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Who is Dr. Scherer, Podiatrist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. David Scherer is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Scherer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherer’s office at (954) 776-0000.
What languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scherer treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Granuloma Skin Disorder
- Foreign Body Granuloma
- Skin Condition
- Foreign Bodies
- Skin granulomas
- Granulomatous skin disease
- Subcutaneous granuloma
- Skin Granuloma
- Foreign Object Reaction
- Granulomatous Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- L928: Other granulomatous disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L923: Foreign body granuloma of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Plantar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Plantar Neuropathy
- Foot Nerve Injury
- Nerve Damage in Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5761: Lesion of plantar nerve, right lower limb
- G5762: Lesion of plantar nerve, left lower limb
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Cellulitis
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
Also known as:
- Foreign Object in Soft Tissue
- Foreign Bodies
- Retained foreign object
- Object stuck under skin
- Embedded foreign material
ICD-10 Codes:
- M795: Residual foreign body in soft tissue
Also known as:
- Abscess on the Right Foot
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Infection With Pus
- Infected Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02611: Cutaneous abscess of right foot
What procedures does Dr. Scherer perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Skin Lesion Shaving (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Lesion Shaving
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Epidermal Lesion Removal
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11307: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 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
- 11306: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 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:
- Skin Cleaning for Infection/Rash
- Eczema Debridement
- Infected Skin Debridement
- Wound Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 11000: Debridement of extensive eczematous or infected skin; up to 10% of body surface
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Also known as:
- Deep Foreign Object Removal from Foot
- Foot Foreign Body Removal
- Foot foreign body extraction
- Deep foot object removal
- Surgical removal of object from foot
- Removal of object from foot
- Foot foreign object extraction
- Complicated foot foreign body removal
CPT Codes:
- 28192: Removal of foreign body, foot; deep
- 28193: Removal of foreign body, foot; complicated
Also known as:
- Incision and Drainage of Deep Leg or Ankle Abscess
- Leg abscess drainage
- Ankle hematoma drainage
- Deep tissue incision and drainage
CPT Codes:
- 27603: Incision and drainage, leg or ankle; deep abscess or hematoma
Also known as:
- Finger or Toe Nerve Repair
- Digital Neuroplasty
- Nerve Decompression (Finger/Toe)
- Peripheral Nerve Repair (Digit)
CPT Codes:
- 64702: Neuroplasty; digital, 1 or both, same digit
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Scherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 776-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherer accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Scherer in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
Dr. David Scherer's Primary Practice
4640 N Federal Hwy Ste G
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 776-0000
What is Dr. Scherer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336114024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherer
What is Dr. David Scherer's specialty?
Dr. Scherer is a Podiatrist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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. Scherer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Scherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scherer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 David Scherer accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. David Scherer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Scherer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (954) 776-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Scherer?
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