Dr. Christopher Ferrante, MD
Bethlehem, PA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferrante, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Christopher Ferrante, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ferrante graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Ferrante is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferrante’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferrante’s office.
Where did Dr. Ferrante go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Ferrante board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ferrante, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ferrante speak?
Dr. Ferrante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ferrante typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ferrante 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. Ferrante. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ferrante typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ferrante 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. Ferrante. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Knee Joint Manipulation
- Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
- Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)
Also known as:
- Revision Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Arthroplasty Revision
- Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
- Knee Implant Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
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. Ferrante accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferrante 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. Ferrante accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Ferrante in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ferrante's office located?
What is Dr. Ferrante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferrante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013904416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferrante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferrante
What is Dr. Christopher Ferrante's specialty?
Dr. Ferrante is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Bethlehem, PA.
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 this Dr. Christopher Ferrante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferrante is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Christopher Ferrante accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ferrante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Ferrante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferrante's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ferrante?
Please contact Dr. Ferrante's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ferrante have?
Dr. Christopher Ferrante is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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