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Dr. Aric Christal, MD

Edmonds, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christal, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Edmonds, WA?

    Dr. Aric Christal, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Edmonds, WA. Dr. Christal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christal’s office at (425) 673-3900.

    What languages does Dr. Christal speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Christal typically treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Christal 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. Christal. 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 both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    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

    What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Christal typically perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Christal 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. Christal. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Knee Implant Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component

    Does Dr. Christal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 673-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christal accept in Edmonds, WA?

    Dr. Christal in Edmonds, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Christal's office located?

    Dr. Aric Christal's Primary Practice

    7320 216th St SW Ste 320

    Edmonds, WA 98026

    (425) 673-3900

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

    Dr. Christal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770699159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christal?

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

    What is Dr. Aric Christal's specialty?

    Dr. Christal is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Edmonds, WA.

    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. Aric Christal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christal is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus 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 Aric Christal accepting new patients in Edmonds, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Aric Christal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aric Christal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christal's office at (425) 673-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aric Christal?

    Please contact Dr. Christal's office at (425) 673-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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