Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zager, Podiatrist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Emil Zager is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Zager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zager’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zager’s office at (708) 424-3201.
Where did Dr. Zager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Zager board certified as a Podiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Emil Zager is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zager speak?
Dr. Zager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zager treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Zager 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. Zager. 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:
- Epidermal Thickening
- Skin Condition
- Thick Skin
- Skin Hardening
- Hyperkeratosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L858: Other specified epidermal thickening
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Foot and Ankle Tendon Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Foot tendon pain
- Ankle tendon inflammation
- Enthesopathy of foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7752: Other enthesopathy of left foot and ankle
Also known as:
- Foot and Ankle Enthesopathy
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ankle Ligament Inflammation
- Foot Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7751: Other enthesopathy of right foot and ankle
What procedures does Dr. Zager perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Zager 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. Zager. 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:
- Skin Lesion Shaving
- Skin Lesion Shaving (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Shave Removal of Skin Lesion
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Epidermal Lesion Removal
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Growth Removal
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
- Epidermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Tag Removal
- Mole Shave Biopsy
- Skin Growth Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 11306: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11307: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11305: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11308: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter over 2.0 cm
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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Ankle or Foot Taping
- Ankle Strapping
- Foot Strapping
- Ankle Taping
- Foot Taping
CPT Codes:
- 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot
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:
- Toe Strapping
- Taping Toes
- Toe Bandaging
- Toe Support
CPT Codes:
- 29550: Strapping; toes
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Zager accept my insurance?
Dr. Zager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 424-3201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zager accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Zager in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zager's office located?
What is Dr. Zager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649252099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zager
What is Dr. Emil Zager's specialty?
Dr. Zager is a Podiatrist near Oak Lawn, IL. 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. Zager to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emil Zager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zager is affiliated with OSF HealthCare Little Company of Mary Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital 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 Emil Zager accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Emil Zager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emil Zager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zager's office at (708) 424-3201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emil Zager?
Please contact Dr. Zager's office at (708) 424-3201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emil Zager have?
Dr. Emil Zager is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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