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Who is Dr. Stoetzel, Orthopedic Surgeon in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Ralph Stoetzel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL. Dr. Stoetzel graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Stoetzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stoetzel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stoetzel’s office at (850) 878-2549.
Where did Dr. Stoetzel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stoetzel speak?
Dr. Stoetzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Stoetzel treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Stoetzel 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. Stoetzel. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sciatica (Right Side)
- Sciatica (Left Side)
- Sciatica
- Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Right Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Left Leg Nerve Pain
- Left Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5431: Sciatica, right side
- M5432: Sciatica, left side
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:
- 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does Dr. Stoetzel perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Stoetzel 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. Stoetzel. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Also known as:
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Neck Disc Removal and Nerve Decompression
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy
- Cervical Spine Decompression
- Neck Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63075: Discectomy, anterior, with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s), including osteophytectomy; cervical, single interspace
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
- 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
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 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
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Does Dr. Stoetzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Stoetzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 878-2549 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stoetzel accept in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Stoetzel in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Health Plan
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stoetzel's office located?
Dr. Ralph Stoetzel's Primary Practice
1911 Miccosukee Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(850) 878-2549
What is Dr. Stoetzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stoetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952415267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stoetzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stoetzel
What is Dr. Ralph Stoetzel's specialty?
Dr. Stoetzel is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Tallahassee, FL. 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. Stoetzel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ralph Stoetzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stoetzel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ralph Stoetzel accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Stoetzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Stoetzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stoetzel's office at (850) 878-2549 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Stoetzel?
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