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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penn, Podiatrist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Howard Penn is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Penn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penn’s office at (716) 824-9835.
Where did Dr. Penn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penn speak?
Dr. Penn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Penn typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Penn 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. Penn. 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.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Left Toe Pain
- Pain
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Aching left toes
- Left toe discomfort
- Pain in left foot digits
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79675: Pain in left toe(s)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
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 Podiatrist like Dr. Penn typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Penn 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. Penn. 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.
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 Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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
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")
Does Dr. Penn accept my insurance?
Dr. Penn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 824-9835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penn accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Penn in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Penn's office located?
What is Dr. Penn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366424848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penn
What is Dr. Howard Penn's specialty?
Dr. Penn is a Podiatrist near Buffalo, 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. Howard Penn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penn is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy 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 Howard Penn accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Howard Penn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Penn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (716) 824-9835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Penn?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (716) 824-9835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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