Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karlson, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. James Karlson, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karlson graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Karlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karlson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karlson’s office.
Where did Dr. Karlson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery | Harvard | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Karlson board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Karlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Karlson speak?
Dr. Karlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karlson typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karlson 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. Karlson. 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:
- 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:
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Torn Meniscus
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Cartilage Disorder
- IT Band Syndrome
- Runner's Knee (ITBS)
- ITB Friction Syndrome
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7632: Iliotibial band syndrome, left leg
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karlson typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karlson 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. Karlson. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
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:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
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
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:
- 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. Karlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Karlson 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. Karlson accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Karlson in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Karlson's office located?
What is Dr. Karlson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114915261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karlson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karlson
What is Dr. James Karlson's specialty?
Dr. Karlson is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Cambridge, MA.
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. James Karlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karlson is affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Mount Auburn Hospital, Emerson Health, Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Houston Methodist 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
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Is James Karlson accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Karlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Karlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karlson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Karlson?
Please contact Dr. Karlson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Karlson have?
Dr. James Karlson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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