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Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Damariscotta, ME

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaidi, Orthopedic Surgeon in Damariscotta, ME?

    Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Damariscotta, ME with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Zaidi graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College. Dr. Zaidi is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaidi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaidi’s office at (207) 563-1040.

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

    • Medical School: Rawalpindi Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Rawalpindi- Pakistan | Rawalpindi Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Zaidi speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Zaidi typically treat?

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • 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
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Zaidi typically perform?

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    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

    Does Dr. Zaidi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 563-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaidi accept in Damariscotta, ME?

    Dr. Zaidi in Damariscotta, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zaidi's office located?

    Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi's Primary Practice

    24 Miles Center Way

    Damariscotta, ME 04543

    (207) 563-1040

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    Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi's Practice 2

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

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    What hospitals are Dr. Zaidi affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Zaidi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus And Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
    Mainehealth Lincoln Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
    Waldo County General Hospital,Belfast, ME

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

    Dr. Zaidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710972633.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaidi?

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

    What is Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi's specialty?

    Dr. Zaidi is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Damariscotta, ME.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaidi is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi accepting new patients in Damariscotta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office at (207) 563-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Syed Rifat Zaidi?

    Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office at (207) 563-1040 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zaidi's office located?

    Dr. Zaidi's offices are located in Damariscotta, ME and Portland, ME.