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Dr. Paula Pons, MD
Fayetteville, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pons, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Fayetteville, NY?
Dr. Paula Pons, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pons completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Pons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pons’s office at (315) 329-2600.
Where did Dr. Pons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: University Catolica De Cordoba, Fac De Med, Cordoba-Cba, Argentina
What languages does Dr. Pons speak?
Dr. Pons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pons typically treat?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pons 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. Pons. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pons typically perform?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pons 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. Pons. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Pons accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Pons' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Pons' office located?
Dr. Paula Pons' Primary Practice
4206 Medical Center Dr Ste 206
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 329-2600
What is Dr. Pons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679533483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pons
What is Dr. Paula Pons's specialty?
Dr. Pons is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Fayetteville, NY.
What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?
Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.
Is this Dr. Paula Pons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pons 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 Paula Pons accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NY?
Yes, Dr. Paula Pons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Pons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pons's office at (315) 329-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Pons?
Please contact Dr. Pons's office at (315) 329-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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