Dr. Stephen Frania

Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Foot Surgeon

Mentor, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Frania, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Mentor, OH?

Dr. Stephen Frania is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mentor, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Frania graduated from Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Frania is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frania’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frania’s office at (440) 357-8418.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Frania?

Dr. Stephen Frania is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Frania empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Deformity Correction of the Foot and Ankle, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mentor/OH community, Dr. Frania is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Frania go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center | St. Francis Hospital
Medical School: Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine

Is Dr. Frania board certified as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Stephen Frania is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Frania speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Frania treat?

As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Frania 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. Frania. 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:

Left Foot Pain
Right Foot Pain
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Ache in left foot
Left foot discomfort
Sore left foot
Aching right foot
Right foot discomfort
Pain in right sole

ICD-10 Codes:

M79672: Pain in left foot
M79671: Pain in right foot

Also known as:

Localized Swelling
Edema
Localized Edema
Fluid Retention
Swelling in one area

ICD-10 Codes:

R600: Localized edema

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 Ankle and Foot Pain
Ankle Injuries and Disorder
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore Right Ankle
Sore Right Foot
Aching Right Ankle and Foot

ICD-10 Codes:

M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

Also known as:

Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
Ankle Injuries and Disorder
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Left Ankle Ache
Left Foot Discomfort
Sore Left Ankle and Foot

ICD-10 Codes:

M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

Also known as:

Osteoarthritis
Degenerative Joint Disease
Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
Ankle Arthritis
Foot Arthritis

ICD-10 Codes:

M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

What procedures does Dr. Frania perform?

As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Frania 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. Frania. 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:

CPT Codes:

11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
29580: Strapping; Unna boot

Also known as:

Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
Compression Bandage Application
Leg Compression System
Ankle and Foot Compression

CPT Codes:

29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;
28072: Synovectomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, each
28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
29893: Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy
28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
28292: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method
28008: Fasciotomy, foot and/or toe

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar

Also known as:

Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal

CPT Codes:

20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

Also known as:

Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
Partial Foot Bone Removal
Foot Bone Reshaping (First Metatarsal)
Foot Bone Infection Removal
Metatarsal Osteotomy
Foot Bone Lengthening
Foot Bone Shortening
Foot Bone Angle Correction
Talus Bone Excision
Calcaneus Bone Excision
Foot Bone Debridement
Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
First Metatarsal Osteotomy
Foot Bone Lengthening/Shortening
Bunion Surgery (Bone Reshaping)
Tarsal Bone Excision
Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment

CPT Codes:

28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
28306: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; first metatarsal
28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

Also known as:

Ankle Ligament Repair
Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
Ankle Sprain Repair
Watson-Jones Procedure

CPT Codes:

27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

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:

CPT Codes:

29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint
28730: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, multiple or transverse;

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
28298: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal phalanx osteotomy, any method

Also known as:

Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
Ankle Fixation Surgery
Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
Ankle Fracture Fixation
Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
Broken Ankle Surgery

CPT Codes:

27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
28825: Amputation, toe; interphalangeal joint
28805: Amputation, foot; transmetatarsal

Also known as:

Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Graft for Achilles Tendon
Re-repair Achilles Tendon
Ankle Tendon Surgery

CPT Codes:

27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft

Also known as:

Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
Deep tendon rerouting
Tendon transplant surgery
Muscle redirection surgery
Tibial tendon transfer

CPT Codes:

27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

Also known as:

Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
Gastrocnemius Release
Strayer Procedure
Calf Tightness Surgery

CPT Codes:

27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

Also known as:

Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
Syndesmosis Repair
Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
Ankle arthroplasty with implant
Total ankle prosthesis
Ankle joint replacement

CPT Codes:

27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
27702: Arthroplasty, ankle; with implant (total ankle)

Also known as:

Achilles Tendon Repair
Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
Open Achilles Repair
Percutaneous Achilles Repair
Heel Tendon Surgery

CPT Codes:

27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

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:

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:

Ankle and Foot Joint Fusion
Pantalar Arthrodesis
Triple Arthrodesis
Ankle Fusion Surgery
Foot Joint Fusion

CPT Codes:

28705: Arthrodesis; pantalar

Also known as:

External Fixation System Application
Ilizarov Fixator Application
Bone External Fixation
Limb Lengthening Device Application

CPT Codes:

20692: Application of a multiplane (pins or wires in more than 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system (eg, Ilizarov, Monticelli type)

Also known as:

Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
Metatarsal Fixation
Broken Foot Bone Repair

CPT Codes:

28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

Also known as:

Toe Joint Capsule Release
Toe Capsulotomy
Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
Toe Joint Surgery

CPT Codes:

28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Computer-Assisted External Bone Fixation Adjustment
Spatial frame adjustment
External fixator alignment
Computer-guided bone fixation
Multiplane external fixation management

CPT Codes:

20696: Application of multiplane (pins or wires in more than 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation with stereotactic computer-assisted adjustment (eg, spatial frame), including imaging; initial and subsequent alignment(s), assessment(s), and computation(s) of adjustment schedule(s)

Also known as:

Foot Bone Incision for Infection
Foot Osteomyelitis Incision
Bone Abscess Drainage Foot
Foot Bone Cortex Incision

CPT Codes:

28005: Incision, bone cortex (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess), foot

Also known as:

Foot Abscess Drainage (Multiple Areas)
Deep Foot Infection Drainage
Foot Tendon Sheath Incision
Multiple Foot Abscess Treatment
Foot Fascia Drainage

CPT Codes:

28003: Incision and drainage below fascia, with or without tendon sheath involvement, foot; multiple areas

Also known as:

Lower Leg Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
Tibia Bone Cyst Excision
Fibula Tumor Removal
Leg Bone Curettage
Benign Bone Tumor Surgery

CPT Codes:

27635: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tibia or fibula;

Also known as:

Open Bone Biopsy (Superficial)
Biopsy
Bone Sample Collection
Superficial Bone Biopsy
Open Biopsy of Bone

CPT Codes:

20240: Biopsy, bone, open; superficial (eg, sternum, spinous process, rib, patella, olecranon process, calcaneus, tarsal, metatarsal, carpal, metacarpal, phalanx)

Also known as:

Open Toe Tendon Release
Flexor Tenotomy Toe
Toe Tendon Lengthening
Hammer Toe Surgery
Toe Tendon Cut

CPT Codes:

28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Partial Removal of Toe Bone
Toe phalanx excision
Toe bone cleaning
Osteomyelitis toe treatment

CPT Codes:

28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe

Also known as:

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
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:

Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

CPT Codes:

14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

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:

Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
Bone Wound Cleaning
Surgical Bone Debridement
Dead Bone Removal
Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

CPT Codes:

11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

Also known as:

Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Complex Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure
Surgical Skin Repair

CPT Codes:

13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm

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:

Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

CPT Codes:

15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

Also known as:

Peripheral Nerve Block
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain

CPT Codes:

64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

Also known as:

Hand or Foot Nerve Repair
Neuroplasty
Nerve Decompression
Nerve Release Surgery

CPT Codes:

64704: Neuroplasty; nerve of hand or foot

Also known as:

Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
Open Neuroplasty

CPT Codes:

64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

Also known as:

Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
Sciatic Nerve Block
Sciatica Injection
Steroid Injection for Sciatica
Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

CPT Codes:

64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

Does Dr. Frania accept my insurance?

Dr. Frania accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 357-8418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Frania accept in Mentor, OH?

Dr. Frania in Mentor, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Where is Dr. Frania's office located?

Dr. Stephen Frania's Primary Practice

8334 Mentor Ave Ste 100

Mentor, OH 44060

(440) 357-8418

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Dr. Stephen Frania's Practice 2

25200 Center Ridge Rd Ste 1100

Westlake, OH 44145

(440) 357-8418

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Dr. Stephen Frania's Practice 3

5 Severance Cir Ste 115

Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

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

Dr. Frania's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023077278.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frania?

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

What is Dr. Stephen Frania's specialty?

Dr. Frania is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Mentor, OH. 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. Frania to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Stephen Frania affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Frania is affiliated with UH Cleveland 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 Stephen Frania accepting new patients in Mentor, OH?

Yes, Dr. Stephen Frania is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Stephen Frania offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Frania's office at (440) 357-8418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Stephen Frania?

Please contact Dr. Frania's office at (440) 357-8418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Frania have?

Dr. Stephen Frania is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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Who is Dr. Frania, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Mentor, OH?

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Frania?

Where did Dr. Frania go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center | St. Francis Hospital

Medical School: Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine

Is Dr. Frania board certified as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Stephen Frania is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Frania speak?

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

English

Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Frania treat?

What procedures does Dr. Frania perform?

Does Dr. Frania accept my insurance?

Dr. Frania accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 357-8418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Frania accept in Mentor, OH?

Dr. Frania in Mentor, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Where is Dr. Frania's office located?

Dr. Stephen Frania's Primary Practice

Dr. Stephen Frania's Practice 2

Dr. Stephen Frania's Practice 3

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

Dr. Frania's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023077278.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frania?

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

What is Dr. Stephen Frania's specialty?

Is this Dr. Stephen Frania affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

Is Stephen Frania accepting new patients in Mentor, OH?

Yes, Dr. Stephen Frania is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Stephen Frania offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Frania's office at (440) 357-8418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Stephen Frania?

Please contact Dr. Frania's office at (440) 357-8418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Frania have?

Dr. Stephen Frania is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

Other Foot & Ankle Surgeon Near Mentor, OH

Dr. Delaney Hufgard

Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Amy Jo Marcano-Reik, PHD

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Dr. Jerome Privitera

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