Nail & Callus Care in Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI

✔ Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, Balance Foot & Ankle · Updated July 2026

Howell & Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Time for Your Foot & Nail Care Visit

Professional trimming and thinning of thick, painful, or hard-to-manage toenails and calluses — every nine weeks, at both offices. For patients with diabetes or poor circulation, routine foot care is typically covered by Medicare.

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Why routine nail & callus care matters

Thick, curved, fungal, or ingrown toenails and painful calluses do not just look unpleasant — they make walking uncomfortable and, left alone, can break the skin. For anyone with diabetes, neuropathy, or poor circulation, trimming your own nails is genuinely risky: a small nick you cannot feel can turn into an infection or ulcer. Professional foot care on a regular schedule keeps your feet comfortable, healthy, and safe.

Who routine foot care is for

We care for patients who have thick or fungal nails, ingrown-prone nails, painful calluses or corns, difficulty reaching or seeing their feet, or a medical condition — diabetes, peripheral artery disease, neuropathy — that makes at-home trimming unsafe. Visits are gentle, quick, and done with sterile instruments by a licensed podiatrist.

Is routine foot care covered?

For patients with a qualifying condition — diabetes with neuropathy, peripheral artery disease, or certain other systemic conditions — Medicare and most insurance plans typically cover routine foot care (nail and callus care) about every 60 days. For patients without a qualifying condition, it is a simple, affordable visit. We will confirm exactly what your plan covers before your appointment — just call (810) 206-1402.

Why patients choose Balance Foot & Ankle

Board-certified podiatrists, a gentle and unhurried approach, sterile technique, and same-week appointments at two Michigan offices — with 4.9 stars from 1,123+ patients. Whether it is a stubborn fungal nail, a painful callus, or safe diabetic nail care, you are in expert hands.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I come in for foot & nail care?

Most patients do best about every nine weeks. For patients whose care is covered by Medicare, routine foot care is generally allowed about every 60 days.

Is it covered by insurance?

For patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or poor circulation, routine foot care is typically covered by Medicare and most plans about every 60 days. For others it is an affordable self-pay visit. We verify your coverage before you come in.

Do you treat thick, fungal, or ingrown toenails?

Yes. We safely thin and trim thick and fungal nails, treat ingrown toenails, and reduce painful calluses and corns — all in a quick office visit.

Is it safe if I have diabetes?

Yes — it is one of the safest things you can do for your feet. We use sterile instruments and check your skin and circulation at every visit, which is far safer than trimming at home.

Do I need a referral?

Usually not. If your plan requires one, our team will help you obtain it and can coordinate with your primary care provider.

Serving patients across Livingston & Oakland County — visit our Howell podiatry office or Bloomfield Hills podiatry office.