
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bascom, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Golden, CO?
Originally from Ohio, Dr. Bascom joined Orthopedic Centers of Colorado in 2024 after completing advanced training in Total Hip and Total Knee Replacements. He specializes in Total Hip and Total Knee Replacements, Revision Total Hip and Total Knee surgery, and the management of infected Hip and Knee Replacements. He has a special interest in Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty as well as Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty. Prior to working at Orthopedic Centers of Colorado, Dr. Bascom graduated Magna Cum Laude from Ohio Northern University, where he was an All-American soccer player. He then attended medical school at Ohio University, followed by an orthopedic surgery residency in Ventura, California. Following residency, Dr. Bascom spent an additional year of training in Total Joint Replacement at the Scripps Clinic in San Diego, California. His fellowship training included specialization in Total Knee Replacement, Anterior and Posterior Total Hip Replacement, as well as revision surgery and robotic knee surgery. Dr. Bascom is a candidate member of the American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons, as well as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In his free time, Dr. Bascom enjoys exploring Colorado with his wife, snowboarding, visiting new restaurants, and playing and watching sports.
What languages does Dr. Bascom speak?
Dr. Bascom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Bascom typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Bascom 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. Bascom. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Bascom typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Bascom 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. Bascom. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Bascom accept my insurance?
Dr. Bascom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 623-7477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bascom accept in Golden, CO?
Dr. Bascom in Golden, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bascom's office located?

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado
12905 W 40th Ave, Suite 515
Golden, CO 80401
(303) 623-7477
What is Dr. Bascom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bascom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477048288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bascom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bascom
What is Dr. Nathan Bascom's specialty?
Dr. Bascom is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Golden, CO.
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. Nathan Bascom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bascom is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan 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 Nathan Bascom accepting new patients in Golden, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nathan Bascom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nathan Bascom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bascom's office at (303) 623-7477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nathan Bascom?
Please contact Dr. Bascom's office at (303) 623-7477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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