Robert I Schwartz

extremely unprofessional and shady business practices stemming from this village podiatry.In addition to my $40 copay, the front desk admin ELAINE insisted i also would owe an additional $200+ fee since i hadn't yet met my insurance deductible, just to walk in and consult with the doctor. Insane! Even my insurance was appalled. The $200 was part of their new patient fee, and covered NO treatment. I tried to connect an insurance rep to mediate and help me figure out what costs i would owe ahead of time, and ELAINE was extremely uncooperative to both me and the rep... as was Dr. Schwartz who. refused to communicate or explain this fee,to give a ballpark about what i may owe for treatment. the insurance rep wanted a tax id code and procedure code to get an estimate of what i may be paying.... they absolutely refused. i knew exactly which services would be required. i called another podiatrist, they gave that info immediately, which is where i will be taking my business.

The staff is nice, though I couldn’t be more disappointed with the care and billing. The office had mentioned that an office visit can cost $77 or $150 or some other amount. Just depends on what codes the doctor bills and what procedures he does. My entire visit was 15 minutes and most of it was chit chat. Dr. Schwartz pretty much looked at my toes and said that I need to wear better fitting shoes in order to avoid jamming my toes while playing. And they are billing $367 ($219 for the visit and $148 for “draining” a toe nail that I am positive had no fluid whatsoever. Just dry/black bruising). Dr. Schwartz tried poking the nail with a needle which didn’t even go through. I could see there was no fluid. None. When I asked him if anything even came out - he said “oh yes! Fluid from everywhere.” Just seems like there are no ethics involved. Just trying to bill maximum amounts possible.

After dscovering some pain in my foot, I called Dr. Schwartz who had helped me previously. Dr. Schwartz listened attentively to my concerns, explained the probable causes and advised me of ways to care for it including a small injection into my toe area (which immediately removed the pain) and medication and orthotics both of which have relieved the foot pain. His approach was both knowledgeable and caring. I would sincerely recommend Dr. Schwartz and his staff for podiatric care.

Dr. Schwartz was very professional and helpful. He diagnosed my problem and offered advice and direction to alleviate the pain.

Dr. Schwartz has treated me over the years for my various running injuries. Thank goodness for Dr. Schwartz! He performed plantar fasciitis surgery on my foot after PT & home exercises failed to provide relief. He has recently treated my high schooler, who has had some foot & ankle issues associated with running cross country. My son feels very comfortable with him. The office staff is friendly and efficient. I never have to wait more than 5-10 min to be seen. Free and easy parking.

Dr. Schwartz is a very good doctor, Dr. Schwartz and his staff made me feel so welcome on my first visit.

I would highly recommend Dr. Schwartz. He is very knowledgeable and very caring. The outcome of my surgery was better than I could have imagined.

The office over charges for the office visit and they do not comply with Insurance protocols. They come up with every excuse not to refund you back your overpayment and they won't file with insurance to lower the cost to the patient because it lowers their income. They will make you pay for things that is covered under insurance, if they file correctly, and they don't want to.

It is Dr. Zarett who treated me over several years. Always did fantastic job. Never rushed and always made certain he understood my situation.

Dr. Schwartz is a wonderful podiatrist. He treated our entire family and we all loved him. He is very thorough and very practical. He doesn't try to do things that are not needed. He's a great doctor and we all would highly recommend him.

I came to your office as a returning patient, and was disappointed as the priscription you ordered for me was too expensive and could not afford $300 out of pocket after insurance paid their part, so much I called your office and let them know that I needed a substitute, I was to I would get a call back, I am still waiting I would say at least 8 months later ????

Been patient of Dr Schwartz for nearly 20 yrs and have been very satisfied with his care, bedside manner and his friendly, helpful staff. he has performed several surgeries on me and nursed me through a broken foot. Very pleased with the outcomes of both.

Dr. Schwartz is a wonderful doctor. I was treated for plantar fasciitis and was in quite a bit of pain. After being treated by him, I have been able to resume my busy and demanding lifestyle. I highly recommend Dr. Schwartz!