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Dr. Timothy Finney, MD

Dr. Timothy Finney, MD

New Orleans, LA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Finney, Orthopedic Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Timothy Finney, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Finney graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Louisiana State University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Finney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finney’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finney’s office at (504) 897-6351.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Finney?

    Dr. Timothy Finney, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Finney empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Surgery, Shoulder Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Finney is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Louisiana State University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Finney board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Finney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Finney speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Finney treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Finney 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. Finney. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Finney perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Finney 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. Finney. 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    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
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), 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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 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:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Does Dr. Finney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Finney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 897-6351 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Finney accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Finney in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Finney's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Finney's Primary Practice

    2731 Napoleon Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70115

    (504) 897-6351

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    Dr. Timothy Finney's Practice 2

    111 N County Highway 393 Ste 201

    Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

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    Awards

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

    Dr. Finney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518959196.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finney?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Finney's specialty?

    Dr. Finney is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New Orleans, LA. 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. Finney to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Timothy Finney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Finney is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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

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    Is Timothy Finney accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Finney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Finney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Finney's office at (504) 897-6351 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Finney?

    Please contact Dr. Finney's office at (504) 897-6351 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Finney have?

    Dr. Timothy Finney is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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