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Self-Pay Options for Foot Care | Dr. Tom Biernacki Michigan

Quick answer: Foot Pain Self Pay Options has multiple potential causes including mechanical, neurological, vascular, and inflammatory. The most common causes we identify are overuse, ill-fitting shoes, and biomechanical imbalance. Red flags requiring urgent evaluation: warmth/redness (infection), inability to bear weight (fracture), and unilateral swelling without injury (DVT). Call (810) 206-1402.

Self-Pay Foot Care Options

Self-pay foot care is straightforward. Office visits: $200-400. Custom orthotics: $475-$675. Procedures: varies. Surgery: $7K-$18K depending on type. HSA/FSA eligible. Payment plans available. Often less than insurance with deductibles for some patients.

Self-Pay Pricing

New patient visit: $200-400.
X-rays: $100-200.
Custom orthotics: $475-$675.
Procedures: $300-1,000.
Surgery: $7K-$18K (Lapiplasty, Brostrom, etc.).
HSA/FSA eligible: Most services.

FAQ

Is self-pay cheaper than insurance?

Sometimes — especially with high deductibles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see a doctor?

See a podiatrist if pain persists past 2 weeks, prevents normal activity, or is accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, swelling, numbness, inability to bear weight).

Can I treat this at home?

Mild cases respond to RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression, elevation), supportive shoes, and OTC anti-inflammatories. Persistent symptoms need professional evaluation.

How long does it take to heal?

Most soft tissue injuries resolve in 2-6 weeks with appropriate care. Bone injuries take 6-12 weeks. Chronic conditions need longer-term management.

Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.