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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hopkins, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Charles Hopkins, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Griffin, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Hopkins completed his residency at Emory University. Dr. Hopkins is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hopkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hopkins’s office at (478) 745-4206.
Where did Dr. Hopkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory University
Is Dr. Hopkins board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Hopkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hopkins speak?
Dr. Hopkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hopkins typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hopkins 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. Hopkins. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hopkins typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hopkins 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. Hopkins. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Does Dr. Hopkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Hopkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 745-4206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hopkins accept in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Hopkins in Griffin, GA 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)
Humana
Medicare
Sonder Health Plans
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Hopkins' office located?
What is Dr. Hopkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hopkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528064672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hopkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hopkins
What is Dr. Charles Hopkins's specialty?
Dr. Hopkins is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Griffin, GA.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Charles Hopkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hopkins is affiliated with Piedmont Macon North Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Hopkins accepting new patients in Griffin, GA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Hopkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Hopkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hopkins's office at (478) 745-4206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Hopkins?
Please contact Dr. Hopkins's office at (478) 745-4206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Hopkins have?
Dr. Charles Hopkins is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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