Pointe Professionals [Senior Networking Group in Michigan]

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · Balance Foot & Ankle · (810) 206-1402
Last reviewed: May 2026

Quick answer: Pointe Professionals Senior Networking Group In Michigan affects roughly 1 in 4 adults in our practice. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Book online, or call (810) 206-1402.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM ยท Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon ยท Last reviewed: April 2026 ยท Editorial Policy

Quick Answer

Pointe Professionals [Senior Networking Group in Michigan] relates to foot pain โ€” typically caused by overuse, footwear, or biomechanics. Most patients improve in 6-12 weeks with conservative care. Appointments in Howell + Bloomfield Township: (810) 206-1402.

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โœ… Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist ยท Last updated April 6, 2026

Pointe Professionals (Senior Networking Group in Michigan)

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What are Pointe Professionals?

Pointe Professionals is a group of local, independent professionals offering a wide spectrum of services to serve families at every stage in life. With a focus on “aging gracefully,” we provide a many support and planning services to ensure you and your family have everything for tomorrow so that you can focus on today.

Is Pointe Professionals a company?

Pointe Professionals is a network of independent providers, each providing their specialized services while working together to provide a thorough approach to help families plan for every stage of life, emphasizing providing for aging family members.

I’m a veteran who needs health care. What can I do?

Many of our partners specialize in veteran benefits. They can help you better understand what is available to veterans, from alternative health care to free funeral benefits that will save families a lot of money.

Dad wants to stay at home. Can you help?

Staying in the family home has many advantages. We have several resources to help make your family house a home that provides everything necessary to live at home for years.

We need home care. What can you do for us?

Home care can run from nursing, rehabilitation, helping with cleaning and shopping to simple companionship. We have several providers who can help!

I’m a healthcare professional. Can I join your group?

We always look for high-quality providers catering to seniors, their families, and veterans. While we focus on aging, we have resources for people in every stage of life. Let’s talk.

I heard you could get extra money for health care; what is that?

Talk to us. We have plans to provide you with additional money for daily care that will save your family a significant amount.

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Getting Expert Foot and Ankle Care in Michigan: Balance Foot & Ankle

Michigan patients with any foot or ankle concern — from chronic pain and structural deformity to wound care, nail problems, and sports injuries — can receive expert podiatric evaluation at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons provide the full spectrum of podiatric care, combining conservative and surgical options tailored to each patient’s specific diagnosis, activity level, and treatment goals. We are in-network with major Michigan insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Both of our Michigan offices — Howell at 4330 E Grand River (serving Livingston County) and Bloomfield Township at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 (serving Oakland County and northern Metro Detroit) — offer new patient appointments, in-office digital X-ray, and dedicated parking. Michigan patients ready to address their foot or ankle problem can call (810) 206-1402 to schedule with Balance Foot & Ankle.


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When to See a Podiatrist

Foot problems are the #1 preventable cause of falls in adults over 70. Balance Foot & Ankle runs comprehensive senior foot evaluations โ€” balance testing, circulation checks, nail and callus care, and diabetic screening. Medicare covers most services. Let us help you stay mobile and independent at home.

Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402  ·  Book online  ·  Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Township

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Advantages

  • โœ“ Conservative care first
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  • โœ“ Multiple insurance accepted

Considerations

  • โœ— Self-treatment can mask issues
  • โœ— See a podiatrist if pain >2 weeks

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Get Expert Help at Balance Foot & Ankle

If this condition is affecting your daily activities or hasn’t improved with home treatment, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Tom Biernacki. We offer appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township locations and accept most insurance including Medicare. Most patients are walking comfortably within 4-6 weeks of starting our protocol โ€” conservative care first, surgery only when needed.

Call (810) 206-1402 or request an appointment online. Our team responds within 1 business hour during clinic days.

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More questions patients ask

What is the Pointe Professionals senior networking group in Michigan?

Pointe Professionals is a professional networking organization in Michigan that connects healthcare providers, business professionals, and service organizations focused on serving senior populations. These networks facilitate referral relationships between podiatrists, home care agencies, physical therapists, elder law attorneys, and financial advisors who collectively serve older adults. Balance Foot & Ankle participates in senior care networks throughout Howell and Bloomfield Township, MI to ensure coordinated care for elderly patients โ€” call (810) 206-1402 to connect with our senior-focused foot care services.

Why is foot care especially important for senior patients?

Foot health is critically important for seniors because: foot problems are the leading cause of falls in the elderly (falls are the #1 cause of injury death in adults 65+), diabetic foot complications (ulcers, infections, amputation) are most prevalent in older adults, poor foot health reduces mobility and independence, and neuropathy and vascular disease affecting feet become much more common with age. Regular podiatric evaluation catches problems early. Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell (4330 E Grand River) and Bloomfield Township (43494 Woodward Ave #208) specializes in senior foot care โ€” call (810) 206-1402.

How often should seniors see a podiatrist?

Seniors should see a podiatrist at minimum annually, and more frequently if they have: diabetes (every 3โ€“6 months for diabetic foot exams), peripheral neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, history of foot ulcers, difficulty trimming their own toenails, chronic foot pain, or foot deformities. Medicare covers medically necessary podiatric services including diabetic foot exams. Many seniors benefit from quarterly visits. At Balance Foot & Ankle, we provide comprehensive senior foot care including nail care, callus debridement, diabetic foot exams, and orthotics โ€” call (810) 206-1402.

Does Medicare cover podiatry visits for seniors?

Medicare Part B covers medically necessary podiatric services including: treatment of diabetic foot conditions (covered with diabetes diagnosis and qualifying exam), surgical treatment of foot conditions, evaluation and management visits for foot problems, and custom orthotics when medically indicated. Routine foot care (nail trimming, callus removal without medical necessity) is covered only when the patient has a systemic condition like diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, or vascular disease requiring special care. Balance Foot & Ankle accepts Medicare and provides the documentation needed for covered services โ€” call (810) 206-1402.

What foot conditions are most common in senior patients?

The most common foot conditions in seniors include: onychomycosis (toenail fungus โ€” affects 50%+ of those over 70), painful calluses and corns from years of pressure, bunions and hammertoes from decades of footwear, peripheral neuropathy reducing protective sensation, peripheral arterial disease reducing foot blood flow, heel pain from plantar fasciitis, and venous insufficiency causing leg and ankle swelling. Each of these becomes more dangerous in seniors because healing is slower and complications more severe. Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell and Bloomfield Township, MI provides expert senior foot care โ€” call (810) 206-1402.

Still have a question about coverage or cost? Book online and we will check your benefits before your visit: Book in Howell · Book in Bloomfield Township. Prefer to talk it through first? Call (810) 206-1402.

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43494 Woodward Ave #208
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