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Dr. Mario Rizzo

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rizzo, Podiatrist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Mario Rizzo is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rizzo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizzo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizzo’s office at (415) 681-2022.

    What languages does Dr. Rizzo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rizzo treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Rizzo 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. Rizzo. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    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:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

    • Athlete's Foot
    • Tinea Pedis
    • Foot Fungus
    • Dermatophytosis of the Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B353: Tinea pedis

    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:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2040: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Limb or Hand Deformity
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Deformed Arm or Leg
    • Hand Deformity
    • Limb Shape Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21961: Unspecified acquired deformity of right lower leg

    What procedures does Dr. Rizzo perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Rizzo 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. Rizzo. 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:

    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    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. Rizzo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rizzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 681-2022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rizzo accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Rizzo in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rizzo's office located?

    Dr. Mario Rizzo's Primary Practice

    2227 Olympic Blvd

    Walnut Creek, CA 94595

    (415) 681-2022

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    Dr. Mario Rizzo's Practice 2

    595 Buckingham Way Ste 330

    San Francisco, CA 94132

    (415) 681-2022

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    Dr. Mario Rizzo's Practice 3

    15 West Portal Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94127

    (415) 681-2022

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

    Dr. Rizzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215908702.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizzo?

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

    What is Dr. Mario Rizzo's specialty?

    Dr. Rizzo is a Podiatrist near Walnut Creek, CA. 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. Rizzo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mario Rizzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rizzo is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Podiatrist?

    Explore Podiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mario Rizzo accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mario Rizzo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mario Rizzo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzo's office at (415) 681-2022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mario Rizzo?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzo's office at (415) 681-2022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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