Do You Need a Referral to See a Podiatrist?
Podiatry • Fulton, MO
Clinic Type
Podiatry
Address
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Phone
530-885-7047
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Opening Hours
8:00 am-12:00 pm; 8:00 am-2:30 pm
Services Offered
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Insurance & Payment
Most plans allow direct scheduling with a podiatrist without referral (PPO/open-access typically). HMOs usually require referral.
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Do you need a referral to see a podiatrist?
Not usually. In most cases you do not need a referral to see a podiatrist; many insurance plans (PPO/open-access) allow direct access.
Which insurance plans require a referral?
The main type that typically requires a referral is an HMO. Your primary care physician coordinates care and may submit a referral to your insurance before seeing a podiatrist.
What should I do if I’m unsure about my insurance?
Office staff can help verify insurance benefits before your appointment.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can usually call the podiatry office and schedule an appointment right away.
What if I need help with insurance verification?
Our staff can assist with benefits verification before your visit.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Experience.com: 4.33 out of 5 stars (6 reviews)
- Sharecare: 5 out of 5 stars (1 review)
Patients praise
- Prompt, efficient scheduling and office staff responsiveness
- Kind and compassionate care
- Successful and painless surgical outcomes reported by some patients
- Highly rated for friendliness and accessibility
Common complaints
- Reports of painful procedures and unresolved foot issues
- Some patients felt the doctor was not confident in procedures
"This office is absolutely fabulous!-! The receptionist goes above and beyond to get you into see the doctor as soon as possible!"
— Experience.com"Awful! I went to him for two different issues and both involved minor surgery. It was painful and the issues were not resolved. He did not seem confident in the procedures. I would not recommend to anybody."
— Experience.com"I have been a patient since 2005. Both doctors are wonderful. I had surgery on both feet. The procedures were several years apart... The scars are almost invisible. The doctors are very knowledgeable."
— LocalityBizSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Podiatry - Wauseon, OH - Fulton County Health Center — Jun 27, 2026
- Sacramento Foot and Ankle Center – Carmichael, CA — Dec 9, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More podiatry clinics in Fulton
Fulton County Health Center (FCHC) in Wauseon, Ohio is a nonprofit rural hospital offering podiatry services as part of its medical care. Key details: - Location: 725 S Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH 43567 - Type: Nonprofit hospital; emergency department present; 106 beds (20 bed ER) - Founded: 1973; privately owned; part of the Hospital Council of Northwest Ohio - Contact: info@fulhealth.org; Main phone: (419) 335-2015 - Provider spotlight: Recent features include Dr. Imad Attar leading the Podiatry care team If you’re seeking podiatry care in Wauseon, FCHC is the local option within a rural hospital setting.
Summary: - Fulton is one of seven office locations for the Community Health Center of Central Missouri (CHC Central Missouri), a nonprofit health care provider serving medically underserved residents in Central Missouri. - CHC Central Missouri offers primary care, behavioral health, and oral health services. - Headquarters: Jefferson City, Missouri; founded in 2005. - Fulton location: 561 Commons Drive, Fulton, MO 65251. - Contact: General inquiries via CHC Central Missouri phone options: 573-632-2777 or 573-632-2769. - Organization details: 7 offices nationwide (within the United States), revenue around $10.0M, staff ~17 employees. Industry: Hospitals and Health Care; NAICS codes 62/621; SIC codes 80/801. If you’re seeking specific services or hours for the Fulton location, I can look up current details or provide a contact plan.
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