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Dr. Joseph Choi, MD

Dr. Joseph Choi, MD

Sayre, PA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Choi, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sayre, PA?

    Dr. Joseph Choi, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sayre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Choi graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (570) 887-2841.

    Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Choi board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Choi speak?

    Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Choi diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Choi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Bursa Condition
    • Joint Disorder
    • Bursa disorder
    • Bursopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M719: Bursopathy, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Choi perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Choi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Choi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 887-2841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Sayre, PA?

    Dr. Choi in Sayre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • HealthNow New York

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Choi's Primary Practice

    1 Guthrie Sq

    Sayre, PA 18840

    (570) 887-2841

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    Dr. Joseph Choi's Practice 2

    416 S Main St

    Mansfield, PA 16933

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    Dr. Joseph Choi's Practice 3

    31 Arnot Rd # A

    Horseheads, NY 14845

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    What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457526022.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi

    What is Dr. Joseph Choi's specialty?

    Dr. Choi is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Sayre, PA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Choi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Cayuga Medical Center, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Olean General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Joseph Choi accepting new patients in Sayre, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Choi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Choi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (570) 887-2841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Choi?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (570) 887-2841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Choi have?

    Dr. Joseph Choi is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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