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Dr. Scott Torness, DPM

Podiatry*
4.5 (11)
Map Pin Small Watertown, SD
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Scott Torness, DPM

Dr. Scott Torness, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist in Watertown, SD. They specialize in Podiatry, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. They graduated from Des Moines University and is affiliated with Milbank Area Health Care Campus, Ortonville Area Health Services and Prairie Lakes Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Torness an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Torness works at Brown Clinic in Watertown, SD with other offices in Ortonville, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Bunion, Foot Infection and Bunionette along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Torness' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Brown Clinic
    506 1st Ave SE, Watertown, SD 57201 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 886-8482
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Ortonville Hospital
    450 Eastvold Ave, Ortonville, MN 56278 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 884-4247

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Milbank Area Health Care Campus
  • Ortonville Area Health Services
  • Prairie Lakes Hospital

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Bunion
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Foot Infection
Bunionette
Hammer Toe
Fungal Nail Infection
Heel Spur
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Stress Fracture of Foot
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Foot and Ankle Disorders
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Deformities
Fracture
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Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenail
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sever's Disease
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Replacement
Bunion Surgery
Bunionette Surgery
Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetic Foot Exam
Diabetic Wound Care
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Foot Surgery
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Wound Care and Management
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    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • Coventry Health Care
    • DakotaCare Administrative Services, Inc (DAS)
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    • Midwest Health Plan
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    4.5
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    About Dr. Scott Torness, DPM

    Specialties*
    • Podiatry

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1679599633
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Covenant Medical Center Podiatric Internship
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Des Moines University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Oklahoma College of Allied Health - Oklahoma City
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery
    Board Certifications
    What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Scott Torness, DPM is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Torness is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Torness has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Torness has seen patients for Bunion, Foot Infection and Bunionette, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Torness on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Torness. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Torness.

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