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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plew, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Johnston, IA?
Dr. Dana Plew is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Johnston, IA. She is board certified. Dr. Plew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plew’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plew’s office at (515) 252-6063.
What languages does Dr. Plew speak?
Dr. Plew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Plew treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Plew 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. Plew. 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:
- 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
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
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:
- Generalized Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis
- Widespread hardening of arteries
- Systemic artery plaque buildup
- Generalized arteriosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7091: Generalized atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
What procedures does Dr. Plew perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Plew 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. Plew. 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:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Skin Conditions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ganglion Cyst Aspiration or Injection
- Ganglion Cyst Drainage
- Cyst Fluid Removal
- Ganglion Cyst Treatment
- Cyst Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20612: Aspiration and/or injection of ganglion cyst(s) any location
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:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Plew accept my insurance?
Dr. Plew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 252-6063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plew accept in Johnston, IA?
Dr. Plew in Johnston, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Plew's office located?
Dr. Dana Plew's Primary Practice
5335 Merle Hay Rd Ste 8
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 252-6063
What is Dr. Plew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285608323.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plew
What is Dr. Dana Plew's specialty?
Dr. Plew is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Johnston, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Plew to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dana Plew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plew is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dana Plew accepting new patients in Johnston, IA?
Yes, Dr. Dana Plew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Plew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plew's office at (515) 252-6063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Plew?
Please contact Dr. Plew's office at (515) 252-6063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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