EverydayHealthLogo
GS

Dr. Gary Schmidt, MD

Littleton, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schmidt, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Littleton, CO?

    Dr. Gary Schmidt, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Littleton, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schmidt graduated from University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, Saskatchewan, Canada. Dr. Schmidt is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmidt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmidt’s office at (314) 569-0612.

    Where did Dr. Schmidt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Saskatchewan- Coll Of Med- Saskatoon- Sask- Canada | University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, Saskatchewan, Canada | University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, Saskatchewan, Canada

    Is Dr. Schmidt board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Schmidt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Schmidt speak?

    Dr. Schmidt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Schmidt typically treat?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Schmidt diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Schmidt. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Right Ankle
    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Right Ankle Strain
    • Twisted Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Left Ankle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
    • S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Broken Fibula
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Fibula Fracture
    • Broken Leg Bone
    • Lower Leg Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82831A: Other fracture of upper and lower end of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Schmidt typically perform?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Schmidt performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Schmidt. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Schmidt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 569-0612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schmidt accept in Littleton, CO?

    Dr. Schmidt in Littleton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Gary Schmidt's Primary Practice

    6179 S Balsam Way Ste 230

    Littleton, CO 80123

    (314) 569-0612

    Get Directions

    Dr. Gary Schmidt's Practice 2

    799 E Hampden Ave Ste 400

    Englewood, CO 80113

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Schmidt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447248455.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmidt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmidt

    What is Dr. Gary Schmidt's specialty?

    Dr. Schmidt is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Littleton, CO.

    What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?

    Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for children’s foot and ankle conditions.

    Is this Dr. Gary Schmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with Hca Healthone Swedish, Research Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Foot and Ankle Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gary Schmidt accepting new patients in Littleton, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Schmidt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Schmidt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (314) 569-0612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Schmidt?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (314) 569-0612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Schmidt have?

    Dr. Gary Schmidt is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Other Foot and Ankle Surgeon Near Littleton, CO

    CG

    Foot and Ankle Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Aurora, CO
    SS

    Foot and Ankle Surgeon

    Denver, CO
    AF

    Foot and Ankle Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Denver, CO
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists