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Dr. Eric Giza, MD

Dr. Eric Giza, MD

Merced, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Giza, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Eric Giza, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Merced, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Giza graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Harvard Combined Orthopaedic. Dr. Giza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giza’s office at (916) 734-5876.

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

    • Fellowship: Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group

    • Residency: Harvard Combined Orthopaedic | Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Eric Giza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Giza speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Giza 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. Giza. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    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

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

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Giza 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. Giza. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Partial Foot Bone Removal
    • Big Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Talus Bone Excision
    • Calcaneus Bone Excision
    • Foot Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
    • First Toe Proximal Phalanx Osteotomy
    • Big Toe Shortening Surgery
    • Toe Bone Correction
    • Hallux Phalanx Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
    • 28310: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; proximal phalanx, first toe (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Large Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Major Bone Grafting
    • Autograft
    • Allograft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
    • Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
    • Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
    • Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon

    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:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

    Also known as:

    • Open Toe Tendon Release
    • Flexor Tenotomy Toe
    • Toe Tendon Lengthening
    • Hammer Toe Surgery
    • Toe Tendon Cut

    CPT Codes:

    • 28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
    • Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
    • Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
    • Big toe bunion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method

    Does Dr. Giza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Giza accept in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Giza in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Giza's office located?

    Dr. Eric Giza's Primary Practice

    3850 G St

    Merced, CA 95340

    (916) 734-5876

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

    Dr. Giza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811987571.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giza?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Giza's specialty?

    Dr. Giza is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Merced, CA.

    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. Eric Giza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Giza is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC Davis Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Eric Giza accepting new patients in Merced, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Giza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Giza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Giza's office at (916) 734-5876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Giza?

    Please contact Dr. Giza's office at (916) 734-5876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Giza have?

    Dr. Eric Giza is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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