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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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Politzer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7072: Other bursitis of hip, left hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Politzer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
- Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
- Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
- Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
- Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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 Commercial
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Carey Politzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Politzer is affiliated with Suburban Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Medstar Montgomery 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 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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