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Dr. Andrew Trueblood, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Cape Girardeau, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Trueblood, Orthopedic Surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Andrew Trueblood, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Trueblood graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Trueblood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trueblood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trueblood’s office at (573) 335-8257.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Trueblood speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Fracture
    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72111D: Displaced fracture of greater trochanter of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Does Dr. Trueblood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Trueblood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 335-8257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Trueblood accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Trueblood in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Selman and company

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Trueblood's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Trueblood's Primary Practice

    48 Doctors Park

    Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

    (573) 335-8257

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    Dr. Andrew Trueblood's Practice 2

    913 W Business US Highway 60

    Dexter, MO 63841

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    Dr. Andrew Trueblood's Practice 3

    1102 Sikes Ave

    Sikeston, MO 63801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Trueblood affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Trueblood has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Deaconess Illinois Union County,Anna, IL
    Franklin Hospital District,Benton, IL
    Deaconess Illinois Medical Center,Marion, IL

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

    Dr. Trueblood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811156219.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trueblood?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Trueblood's specialty?

    Dr. Trueblood is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Cape Girardeau, MO.

    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. Andrew Trueblood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Trueblood is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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. Andrew Trueblood accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Trueblood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Trueblood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Trueblood's office at (573) 335-8257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Trueblood?

    Please contact Dr. Trueblood's office at (573) 335-8257 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Trueblood's office located?

    Dr. Trueblood's offices are located in Cape Girardeau, MO, Dexter, MO, and Sikeston, MO.