Foot & Ankle Care in Baltimore: Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis and Diabetic Wounds
A full-service podiatry practice that treats foot and ankle conditions ranging from routine care to complex diabetic wound management, located in central Baltimore and staffed by board-certified podiatric physicians who accept most major insurance plans.
What this practice actually is
Foot & Ankle Care operates as a medical podiatry office, not a nail salon or spa setting. The practice focuses on medical and surgical management of foot and ankle problems, with particular depth in diabetic foot care, wound treatment, and biomechanical correction. Both providers hold board certification from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. The office is positioned to accept referrals from primary-care doctors, endocrinologists, and wound-care centers across the Baltimore area, as well as walk-in patients.
Common conditions treated and typical costs
Plantar fasciitis evaluation and treatment typically begins at an initial visit cost of $150 to $180 (before insurance), with follow-up appointments running $90 to $110. Treatment often starts with stretching protocols, custom orthotics (which cost between $400 and $600 out of pocket, depending on the type), or injection therapy. X-rays and ultrasound imaging are available in-office and billed separately, usually $100 to $150 per image set.
Diabetic foot care, including routine nail and skin checks for at-risk patients, costs $120 to $150 per visit and is covered by Medicare and most commercial plans with little or no out-of-pocket charge if the patient has established diabetes.
Bunion correction and other surgical procedures are quoted case-by-case and require a separate surgical consultation; most bunion surgeries performed in an outpatient surgical center cost $2,000 to $4,000 in facility and anesthesia fees beyond the surgeon's fee, which varies by complexity.
Custom orthotic pricing should be confirmed at the time of prescription, as materials and design complexity affect cost.
How this practice compares to other Baltimore podiatrists
Baltimore has roughly 40 to 50 practicing podiatrists. Foot & Ankle Care distinguishes itself through in-office wound care and a dedicated diabetic foot program, which means patients with complex wounds or neuropathy do not need to be referred to a separate wound center. Most other practices in the city focus on routine care and minor surgery; wound management beyond basic ulcer dressing is less common in private podiatry offices.
Mercy Medical Center and UM Baltimore's associated foot and ankle clinics offer comprehensive care but typically involve longer wait times (4 to 8 weeks for new patients) and are geared toward complex cases and teaching. Foot & Ankle Care accepts new patients within 2 to 3 weeks and suits patients who want faster access to a board-certified podiatrist without hospital-system overhead.
Independent podiatrists scattered across East Baltimore and Towson offer lower overhead and may quote lower initial fees, but many lack in-office imaging or wound-care capability and refer out for those services, adding time and cost to treatment.
Who this practice suits and does not suit
Foot & Ankle Care is ideal for Baltimore residents with plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot concerns, bunions, or sports-related foot injuries who want direct access to a specialist without a primary-care referral. Patients with Medicare or standard commercial insurance will find straightforward billing and acceptance.
The practice is less suited to patients seeking purely cosmetic services (though nail care is available as part of medical visits). Patients in West Baltimore's outer neighborhoods may find the central location inconvenient; no satellite offices exist.
What a first visit involves
New patients should plan for 45 minutes to an hour. The appointment begins with a detailed history of foot pain, trauma, or systemic conditions such as diabetes. A physical examination follows, including assessment of range of motion, skin integrity, sensation (using a monofilament test if diabetic neuropathy is suspected), and vascular status. X-rays or ultrasound are ordered if indicated. The provider will discuss findings, explain the suspected diagnosis, and propose a treatment plan, which may include stretching, orthotics, injection, or referral for imaging or surgery.
Insurance information and prior authorizations are verified before the visit; patients should bring their insurance card and photo ID.
Hours, parking, and logistics
The office is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (confirm hours before scheduling, as they occasionally shift seasonally). Parking is available in an adjacent lot; street parking is also available but less reliable. The office is accessible by the #3 and #27 bus routes.
Most routine appointments do not require lab work or extensive preparation. Patients should wear shoes that can be easily removed and wear diabetic or compression socks if they are part of their daily routine.
Foot & Ankle Care's combination of board certification, in-office wound management, and straightforward insurance acceptance positions it as a practical choice for Baltimore residents who need faster access to podiatric care than hospital clinics provide and more specialized diabetic foot management than most private practices offer.
