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Ready to get back on your feet? Three board-certified podiatrists at two convenient Michigan locations. Same-day urgent visits available. Most insurance accepted.
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Your First Visit — What to Expect
1
Schedule
Book online or call. Most patients are seen within the same week. Same-day urgent appointments available.
2
Arrive
Bring your insurance card and comfortable shoes. We handle all paperwork digitally — no clipboards.
3
Examination
Your podiatrist will examine your feet, review your history, and explain exactly what is happening — no rushed visits.
4
Treatment Plan
You will leave with a clear plan — same-day treatment when possible, no unnecessary surgery.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
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Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · Fellowship-Trained
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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM
Board-Certified Podiatric Physician
Patients say she is the gentlest podiatrist they have ever seen. Compassionate care with zero rushed visits.
Insurance & Payment
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Medicare, Priority Health, HAP, Humana, McLaren, Molina, and Meridian.
Don’t see your insurance? Call us — we work with almost every plan. View Insurance Details →
Two Convenient Locations
Howell Office
4330 E Grand River AveHowell, MI 48843
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Serving Howell, Brighton, Hartland, Fowlerville & Pinckney · Livingston County
Bloomfield Hills Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Serving Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak & Southfield · Oakland County
Common Conditions We Treat
“From scheduling to check-in to seeing the doctor, everything was seamless. The staff made me feel welcome and Dr. Tom took the time to explain everything thoroughly.”
— Angela M., New Patient
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What to expect from your visit to Balance Foot & Ankle
Most first visits take 45 minutes. Here’s exactly what happens, so you can walk in prepared and walk out with a plan.
Call or book online
Call (810) 206-1402 for Howell or (248) 335-0322 for Bloomfield Hills. Our front desk will match you to the right specialist and get you scheduled within the week.
We verify your insurance
We’ll check your benefits before you arrive — so there are no surprises. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, Medicaid, Priority Health, HAP, Molina, Meridian, and McLaren.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Bring your insurance card, photo ID, current medications list, and any prior imaging (X-rays, MRIs). Wear or bring the shoes that cause the most pain so we can evaluate them.
Comprehensive exam
Your podiatrist will review your history, perform a physical exam, and take on-site X-rays if needed. Most first visits include a biomechanical analysis and treatment recommendations the same day.
Leave with a clear plan
You’ll leave with a written treatment plan, cost estimate, and timeline. We’ll schedule any follow-up treatments, imaging, or surgical consults before you leave the office.
What to bring
- ✓Insurance card + photo ID
- ✓List of current medications & supplements
- ✓Any prior imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT)
- ✓Shoes that cause you the most pain
- ✓Notes on when pain started & what makes it worse
- ✓List of questions for the doctor
We take most major plans
Don’t see your plan? Call us — we’ll verify your benefits before your first visit so you know exactly what’s covered.
Ready to book your visit?
Same-week appointments at both locations.
Howell · (810) 206-1402 Bloomfield · (248) 335-0322