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Dr. Paul Balthrop, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Savannah, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balthrop, Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Paul Balthrop, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balthrop is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balthrop’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balthrop’s office at (912) 350-7412.

    What languages does Dr. Balthrop speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg
    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

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

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

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    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:

    • Computer-Assisted External Bone Fixation Adjustment
    • Spatial frame adjustment
    • External fixator alignment
    • Computer-guided bone fixation
    • Multiplane external fixation management

    CPT Codes:

    • 20696: Application of multiplane (pins or wires in more than 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation with stereotactic computer-assisted adjustment (eg, spatial frame), including imaging; initial and subsequent alignment(s), assessment(s), and computation(s) of adjustment schedule(s)

    Also known as:

    • Intramedullary Drug Delivery Device Insertion
    • Bone Marrow Drug Device
    • Intra-Bone Drug Implant
    • Drug Delivery System Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 20702: Manual preparation and insertion of drug-delivery device(s), intramedullary (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation
    • Open Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Pilon Fracture Repair
    • Ankle Fracture Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27827: Open treatment of fracture of weight bearing articular surface/portion of distal tibia (eg, pilon or tibial plafond), with internal fixation, when performed; of tibia only

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Balthrop accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balthrop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 350-7412 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balthrop accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Balthrop in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balthrop's office located?

    Dr. Paul Balthrop's Primary Practice

    4750 Waters Ave Ste 202

    Savannah, GA 31404

    (912) 350-7412

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    Dr. Paul Balthrop's Practice 2

    123 Canal St

    Pooler, GA 31322

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    What hospitals are Dr. Balthrop affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Balthrop has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Evans Memorial Hospital,Claxton, GA

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

    Dr. Balthrop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104044700.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balthrop?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Balthrop's specialty?

    Dr. Balthrop is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Savannah, GA.

    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. Paul Balthrop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balthrop is affiliated with Memorial Health 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 Dr. Paul Balthrop accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Balthrop is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Balthrop offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balthrop's office at (912) 350-7412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Balthrop?

    Please contact Dr. Balthrop's office at (912) 350-7412 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balthrop's office located?

    Dr. Balthrop's offices are located in Savannah, GA and Pooler, GA.