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Who is Dr. Gwathmey, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Frank Gwathmey, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gwathmey graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at University of Virginia Program. Dr. Gwathmey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gwathmey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gwathmey’s office at (434) 243-7778.
Where did Dr. Gwathmey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Gwathmey speak?
Dr. Gwathmey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gwathmey typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gwathmey 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. Gwathmey. 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:
- Other Right Hip Joint Problems
- Other Left Hip Joint Problems
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Joint Condition
- Right Hip Arthropathy
- Right Hip Articular Disorder
- Left Hip Joint Condition
- Left Hip Arthropathy
- Left Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
- M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left 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
Also known as:
- Cartilage Damage in Right Hip
- Cartilage Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right hip chondromalacia
- Right hip cartilage lesion
- Articular cartilage defect right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24151: Other articular cartilage disorders, right hip
Also known as:
- Cartilage Disorder in Hip
- Cartilage Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Cartilage Damage
- Hip Chondropathy
- Hip Cartilage Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24152: Other articular cartilage disorders, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gwathmey typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gwathmey 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. Gwathmey. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
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:
- 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Does Dr. Gwathmey accept my insurance?
Dr. Gwathmey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-7778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gwathmey accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Gwathmey in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gwathmey's office located?
Dr. Frank Gwathmey's Primary Practice
545 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 310
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 243-7778
Dr. Frank Gwathmey's Practice 3
1015 Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 150
Zion Crossroads, VA 22942
What is Dr. Gwathmey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gwathmey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528261229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gwathmey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gwathmey
What is Dr. Frank Gwathmey's specialty?
Dr. Gwathmey is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Frank Gwathmey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gwathmey is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General 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 Frank Gwathmey accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Frank Gwathmey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Gwathmey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gwathmey's office at (434) 243-7778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Gwathmey?
Please contact Dr. Gwathmey's office at (434) 243-7778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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