Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos, MD
Boston, MA
Who is Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos completed his residency at San Juan De Dios Hospital. Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos’s office at (617) 232-9500.
Where did Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Juan De Dios Hospital
Medical School: Facultad De Medicina, Universidad De Costa Rica, San Jose Costa Rica
What languages does Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos speak?
Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos 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. Villafuerte Vallejos. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos 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. Villafuerte Vallejos. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos accept my insurance?
Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 232-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos' office located?
Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos' Primary Practice
150 S Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02130
(617) 232-9500
What is Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184732919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos
What is Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos's specialty?
Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Boston, MA.
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. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Villafuerte Vallejos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos's office at (617) 232-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Villafuerte Vallejos?
Please contact Dr. Villafuerte Vallejos's office at (617) 232-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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