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Dr. Joseph Finstein, MD

Metairie, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Finstein, Orthopedic Surgeon in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Joseph Finstein, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Finstein graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Finstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finstein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finstein’s office at (504) 885-6464.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Finstein speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Finstein treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Finstein 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. Finstein. 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 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of 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:

    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
    • Shoulder Joint Inflammation
    • Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
    • Subacromial Bursitis
    • Shoulder Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
    • M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    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

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Finstein perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Finstein may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Finstein's office.

    Does Dr. Finstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Finstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 885-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Finstein accept in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Finstein in Metairie, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Finstein's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Finstein's Primary Practice

    3939 Houma Blvd Ste 21

    Metairie, LA 70006

    (504) 885-6464

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    Dr. Joseph Finstein's Practice 2

    1615 Metairie Rd

    Metairie, LA 70005

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    Dr. Joseph Finstein's Practice 3

    4650 W Esplanade Ave # 6

    Metairie, LA 70006

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

    Dr. Finstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336309129.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finstein?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Finstein's specialty?

    Dr. Finstein is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Metairie, LA. 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. Finstein to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Finstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Finstein is affiliated with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Finstein accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Finstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Finstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Finstein's office at (504) 885-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Finstein?

    Please contact Dr. Finstein's office at (504) 885-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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