28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valastro, Orthopedic Surgeon in Round Rock, TX?
Dr. Michael Valastro, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Round Rock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Valastro graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Valastro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valastro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valastro’s office.
Where did Dr. Valastro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston,Galveston, Tx, United States | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Valastro board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Valastro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Valastro speak?
Dr. Valastro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Valastro typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Valastro 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. Valastro. 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 here.
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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- 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
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Valastro typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Valastro 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. Valastro. 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 here.
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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Does Dr. Valastro accept my insurance?
Dr. Valastro 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. Valastro accept in Round Rock, TX?
Dr. Valastro in Round Rock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Valastro's office located?
What is Dr. Valastro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619081312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valastro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valastro
What is Dr. Michael Valastro's specialty?
Dr. Valastro is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Round Rock, TX.
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 this Dr. Michael Valastro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valastro is affiliated with Heart Hospital Of Austin, St. David's Round Rock Medical Center 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 Michael Valastro accepting new patients in Round Rock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Valastro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Valastro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valastro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Valastro?
Please contact Dr. Valastro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Valastro have?
Dr. Michael Valastro is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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