Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Malin, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Joel Malin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Malin graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital, Bridgeport Campus. Dr. Malin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malin’s office at (203) 337-2600.
Where did Dr. Malin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Malin board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joel Malin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Malin speak?
Dr. Malin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Malin treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Malin 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. Malin. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bowleg Deformity (Left Knee)
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Left Varus Knee
- Genu Varum Left Knee
- Left Knee Bowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21162: Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, left knee
What procedures does Dr. Malin perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Malin 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. Malin. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
- Knee Nerve Ablation
- Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
- Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Malin accept my insurance?
Dr. Malin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 337-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malin accept in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Malin in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ArcBest Corporation
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Malin's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital, Bridgeport Campus
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What is Dr. Malin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235142183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malin
What is Dr. Joel Malin's specialty?
Dr. Malin is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fairfield, CT. 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. Malin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Malin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malin is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Griffin Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven 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 Joel Malin accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Joel Malin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Malin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malin's office at (203) 337-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Malin?
Please contact Dr. Malin's office at (203) 337-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Malin have?
Dr. Joel Malin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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