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Dr. Darren Winkler

Torrington, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Winkler, Podiatrist in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Darren Winkler is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Torrington, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Winkler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winkler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winkler’s office at (860) 489-1900.

    What languages does Dr. Winkler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Winkler treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Winkler 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. Winkler. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes nerve issues
    • Diabetic nervous system problems
    • Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    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:

    • Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Diabetes-Related Foot Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E08621: Diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Skin Birth Defects
    • Skin Condition
    • Rare Skin Malformations
    • Uncommon Skin Anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q828: Other specified congenital malformations of skin

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Claw Toe
    • Mallet Toe
    • Bent Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed

    What procedures does Dr. Winkler perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Winkler 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. Winkler. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 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
    • 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:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Full Contact Leg Cast Application
    • Total Contact Cast
    • Rigid Leg Cast
    • Custom Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast

    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

    Also known as:

    • Toe Amputation
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation

    CPT Codes:

    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Does Dr. Winkler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Winkler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 489-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Winkler accept in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Winkler in Torrington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Winkler's office located?

    Dr. Darren Winkler's Primary Practice

    540 Litchfield St

    Torrington, CT 06790

    (860) 489-1900

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    Dr. Darren Winkler's Practice 2

    51 Depot St Ste 202

    Watertown, CT 06795

    (860) 274-1773

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    Dr. Darren Winkler's Practice 3

    333 Kennedy Dr Ste L103

    Torrington, CT 06790

    (860) 489-1900

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

    Dr. Winkler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710966403.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winkler?

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

    What is Dr. Darren Winkler's specialty?

    Dr. Winkler is a Podiatrist near Torrington, CT. 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. Winkler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Darren Winkler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Winkler is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, MidState Medical Center 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 Darren Winkler accepting new patients in Torrington, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Darren Winkler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darren Winkler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Winkler's office at (860) 489-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Darren Winkler?

    Please contact Dr. Winkler's office at (860) 489-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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