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Dr. Christopher Lynch, MD

Dr. Christopher Lynch, MD

Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Pawcatuck, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lynch, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Pawcatuck, CT?

    Dr. Christopher Lynch, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pawcatuck, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lynch graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Maryland Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the New Haven Community Medical Group (NHCMG). Dr. Lynch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lynch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lynch’s office at (203) 865-6784.

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

    • Residency: University of Maryland Affiliated Hospitals | University of Maryland Medical Center/R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center | University of Maryland Program

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lynch board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lynch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lynch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lynch typically treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lynch 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. Lynch. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lynch typically perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lynch 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. Lynch. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • CPAP Initiation and Management
    • CPAP Setup
    • Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
    • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management

    Does Dr. Lynch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lynch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 865-6784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lynch accept in Pawcatuck, CT?

    Dr. Lynch in Pawcatuck, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lynch's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Lynch's Primary Practice

    37 S Broad St Ste 12

    Pawcatuck, CT 06379

    (203) 865-6784

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    Dr. Christopher Lynch's Practice 2

    9 Washington Ave

    Hamden, CT 06518

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    Dr. Christopher Lynch's Practice 3

    728 Post Rd E

    Westport, CT 06880

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    New Haven Community Medical Group (NHCMG)

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

    Dr. Lynch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952307456.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lynch?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Lynch's specialty?

    Dr. Lynch is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Pawcatuck, CT.

    What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.

    Is Dr. Christopher Lynch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lynch is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Stamford Health, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Bridgeport 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

    When to see an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Lynch accepting new patients in Pawcatuck, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lynch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Lynch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (203) 865-6784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lynch?

    Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (203) 865-6784 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lynch's office located?

    Dr. Lynch's offices are located in Pawcatuck, CT, Hamden, CT, and Westport, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Lynch have?

    Dr. Christopher Lynch is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.