Who is Dr. Peterson-Emmons, Podiatrist in Commack, NY?
Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Commack, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Peterson-Emmons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson-Emmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson-Emmons’s office at (631) 864-3338.
What languages does Dr. Peterson-Emmons speak?
Dr. Peterson-Emmons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Peterson-Emmons typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Peterson-Emmons 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. Peterson-Emmons. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Cellulitis
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Peterson-Emmons typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Peterson-Emmons 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. Peterson-Emmons. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Skin Growth Destruction
- Benign Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Does Dr. Peterson-Emmons accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson-Emmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 864-3338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson-Emmons accept in Commack, NY?
Dr. Peterson-Emmons in Commack, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
Network Solutions
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Peterson-Emmons' office located?
Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons' Primary Practice
19 Harned Rd
Commack, NY 11725
(631) 864-3338
What is Dr. Peterson-Emmons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peterson-Emmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699765362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peterson-Emmons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peterson-Emmons
What is Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons's specialty?
Dr. Peterson-Emmons is a Podiatrist near Commack, NY.
What does a Podiatrist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Peterson-Emmons is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christine Peterson-Emmons accepting new patients in Commack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Peterson-Emmons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterson-Emmons's office at (631) 864-3338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Peterson-Emmons?
Please contact Dr. Peterson-Emmons's office at (631) 864-3338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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