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Who is Dr. Politzer, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Carey Politzer, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Politzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Politzer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Politzer’s office at (484) 332-1511.
What languages does Dr. Politzer speak?
Dr. Politzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Politzer treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Politzer 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. Politzer. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Tendonitis in the Right Lower Leg
- Tendonitis in the Left Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendon inflammation
- Synovitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed tendon sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65861: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right lower leg
- M65862: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left lower leg
Also known as:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint swelling
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Hip Joint Pain
- Right Hip Bursa Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7072: Other bursitis of hip, left hip
- M7071: Other bursitis of hip, right hip
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
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:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does Dr. Politzer perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Politzer 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. Politzer. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 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:
- Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthroplasty Revision
- Re-do Hip Replacement
- Total Hip Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft
Does Dr. Politzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Politzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 332-1511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Politzer accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Politzer in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
RiverSpring Health
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
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Where is Dr. Politzer's office located?
Dr. Carey Politzer also offers virtual visits
Dr. Carey Politzer's Primary Practice
10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506
Bethesda, MD 20817
(484) 332-1511
What is Dr. Politzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Politzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245736743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Politzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Politzer
What is Dr. Carey Politzer's specialty?
Dr. Politzer is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Bethesda, MD. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Politzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carey Politzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Politzer is affiliated with Suburban Hospital, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Frederick Health Hospital 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 Carey Politzer accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Carey Politzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carey Politzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Politzer's office at (484) 332-1511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carey Politzer?
Please contact Dr. Politzer's office at (484) 332-1511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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