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Dr. Barbara Rickards

Melrose, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rickards, Podiatrist in Melrose, MA?

    Dr. Barbara Rickards is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Melrose, MA. Dr. Rickards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickards’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickards’s office at (781) 662-2404.

    What languages does Dr. Rickards speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rickards treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Rickards 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. Rickards. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetes nerve issues
    • Diabetic nervous system problems
    • Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89899: Pressure ulcer of other site, unspecified stage

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

    • Nail Dystrophy
    • Nail Disease
    • Deformed nails
    • Abnormal nail growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L603: Nail dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Right Toe Pain
    • Pain
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right toes
    • Right toe discomfort
    • Pain in right foot digits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79674: Pain in right toe(s)

    Also known as:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with Blood Vessel Issues
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Circulation Problems
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Heart Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1059: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    What procedures does Dr. Rickards perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Rickards 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. Rickards. 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
    • Removal of Multiple 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
    • Corn paring
    • Callus debridement
    • Hyperkeratotic lesion removal

    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
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Thick Nail Trimming
    • Fungal Nail Treatment
    • Nail Cleaning Procedure
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Fluid Collection
    • Incision and Drainage
    • Hematoma Drainage
    • Seroma Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Rickards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rickards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 662-2404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rickards accept in Melrose, MA?

    Dr. Rickards in Melrose, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rickards' office located?

    Dr. Barbara Rickards' Primary Practice

    118 Myrtle St

    Melrose, MA 02176

    (781) 662-2404

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

    Dr. Rickards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144284563.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickards?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Rickards's specialty?

    Dr. Rickards is a Podiatrist near Melrose, MA. 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. Rickards to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Barbara Rickards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rickards is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford 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

    Where can I learn more about Podiatrist?

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    Is Barbara Rickards accepting new patients in Melrose, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Rickards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Rickards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rickards's office at (781) 662-2404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Rickards?

    Please contact Dr. Rickards's office at (781) 662-2404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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