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Dr. Brad Ruetenik
Encinitas, CA
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruetenik, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Brad Ruetenik is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ruetenik is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruetenik’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruetenik’s office at (760) 753-1804.
What languages does Dr. Ruetenik speak?
Dr. Ruetenik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ruetenik typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ruetenik 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. Ruetenik. 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 Dystrophy
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ruetenik typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ruetenik 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. Ruetenik. 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
- 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:
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 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
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
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. Ruetenik accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruetenik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 753-1804 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruetenik accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Ruetenik in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruetenik's office located?
Dr. Brad Ruetenik's Primary Practice
501 N El Camino Real Ste 201
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1804
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Brad Ruetenik?
Dr. Ruetenik has appointments available at his Encinitas, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ruetenik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruetenik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093706590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruetenik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruetenik
What is Dr. Brad Ruetenik's specialty?
Dr. Ruetenik is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Encinitas, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Brad Ruetenik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruetenik is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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
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Is Brad Ruetenik accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brad Ruetenik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brad Ruetenik offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ruetenik, or call (760) 753-1804 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Brad Ruetenik?
Please contact Dr. Ruetenik's office at (760) 753-1804 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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