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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vachon, Podiatrist in Ellsworth, ME?
Dr. Nicholas Vachon is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Ellsworth, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vachon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vachon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vachon’s office at (207) 667-2523.
What languages does Dr. Vachon speak?
Dr. Vachon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vachon treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Vachon 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. Vachon. 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.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Mallet toe
- Claw toe
- Bent toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2042: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), left foot
Also known as:
- Flat Feet
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Fallen arches
- Pes planus
- Pronated foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2141: Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
What procedures does Dr. Vachon perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Vachon 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. Vachon. 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.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Foot Tendon Release
- Flexor Tenolysis Foot
- Foot Tendon Adhesion Release
- Tendon Release Surgery Foot
- Foot Flexor Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28220: Tenolysis, flexor, foot; single tendon
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Vachon accept my insurance?
Dr. Vachon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 667-2523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vachon accept in Ellsworth, ME?
Dr. Vachon in Ellsworth, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alstom
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Vachon's office located?
What is Dr. Vachon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vachon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245247139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vachon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vachon
What is Dr. Nicholas Vachon's specialty?
Dr. Vachon is a Podiatrist near Ellsworth, ME. A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy. Contact Dr. Vachon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Vachon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vachon is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Nicholas Vachon accepting new patients in Ellsworth, ME?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Vachon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Vachon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vachon's office at (207) 667-2523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Vachon?
Please contact Dr. Vachon's office at (207) 667-2523 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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