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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wheeler, Orthopedic Surgeon in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Kristopher Wheeler, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wheeler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheeler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheeler’s office.
What languages does Dr. Wheeler speak?
Dr. Wheeler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wheeler treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wheeler 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. Wheeler. 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 Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
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:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Incomplete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Partial Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Shoulder Tendon Partial Tear
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75112: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
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:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Other Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Specific Right Shoulder Joint Disease
- Uncommon Right Shoulder Condition
- Atypical Right Shoulder Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12811: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Wheeler perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Kristopher Wheeler may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wheeler's office.
Does Dr. Wheeler accept my insurance?
Dr. Wheeler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wheeler accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Wheeler in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?
What is Dr. Wheeler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295901262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheeler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheeler
What is Dr. Kristopher Wheeler's specialty?
Dr. Wheeler is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Gainesville, GA. 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. Wheeler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristopher Wheeler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wheeler is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Kristopher Wheeler accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kristopher Wheeler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristopher Wheeler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristopher Wheeler?
Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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