Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
Diabetic foot care near Novi reduces amputation risk by up to 85% with regular podiatric monitoring — and the 10-gram monofilament neuropathy test result determines how frequently visits are needed and what preventive footwear is medically necessary. Call (810) 206-1402 — diabetic foot care in Novi.
Diabetic Foot Care close to Novi
Novi residents with diabetes have a close specialist option at Balance Foot & Ankle in Bloomfield Hills — about 15 minutes east via Haggerty Rd to M-5. Diabetic foot care is not optional — it’s a critical component of diabetes management with direct impact on outcomes. Peripheral neuropathy (affecting up to 50% of long-term diabetics) and peripheral artery disease create conditions where wounds form silently and worsen rapidly without proper monitoring and care.
Our Bloomfield Hills office provides the complete diabetic foot care continuum: annual exams with monofilament sensory testing and vascular screening (Medicare-covered with no out-of-pocket for qualifying patients), therapeutic diabetic shoe fitting under Medicare Part B, 3D custom orthotic scanning for protective insoles, routine high-risk nail and callus care, and same-day wound evaluation with in-office treatment. We coordinate with your endocrinologist on blood sugar management and with vascular surgery when circulation problems require intervention. See our full diabetic foot care program.
Key takeaway: Novi has a growing Medicare-age diabetic population. Many patients don’t know that Medicare Part B covers annual podiatric foot exams, therapeutic shoe fitting (one pair + three inserts per year), and diabetic custom insoles — all with proper documentation. We ensure every qualifying Novi patient receives these covered benefits.
What to expect at your appointment
Annual diabetic foot exam: 30–45 minutes, full sensory and vascular assessment, documented for Medicare billing. Therapeutic shoe fitting done in-office during the same visit when possible. 3D orthotic scanning available in-office for same-day start of the orthotics process.
For active wounds or infections: same-day appointments available. We provide in-office wound debridement, offloading, and dressing for diabetic foot ulcers, and coordinate with our wound care and vascular network when needed. Call (810) 206-1402 for any urgent diabetic foot concern.
⚠️ When to see a podiatrist promptly:
- Any new foot wound, sore, or blister — same-day evaluation
- Sudden unilateral foot swelling — Charcot fracture must be ruled out
- Spreading redness from any foot wound
- Color change or dark tissue on any toe
Why Balance Foot & Ankle for Novi patients
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM serves Oakland County diabetic patients from our Bloomfield Hills office. The 15-minute drive from Novi via Haggerty/M-5 is far shorter than a trip to Detroit-area hospital wound care — and we provide same-day access.
We accept Medicare Part B, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, and most commercial plans. We process all Medicare therapeutic footwear and orthotics documentation. 4.9★ | 1,100+ reviews.
Insurance & scheduling for Novi patients
From Novi: Haggerty Rd north to M-5 east, then to Woodward Ave south — 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills MI 48302. Approximately 15 minutes.
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Doctor Answer
What does diabetic foot care include and why is it so important?
Diabetic foot care involves regular podiatric evaluations, careful nail and callus management, neuropathy and vascular screening, wound surveillance, and patient education to prevent ulcers and serious infections. Elevated blood sugar impairs circulation and nerve function, making even minor injuries dangerous. Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle provides comprehensive diabetic foot care in Novi, MI, protecting patients from complications including hospitalization and amputation.
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.