
37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Padgett, Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Douglas Padgett, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Padgett graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at The Hospital For Special Surgery. He is a member of the Journal of Arthroplasty, Editorial Board, American Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Consultant Reviewer, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Field Test Examiner, and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Program Committee. Dr. Padgett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Padgett’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Padgett’s office at (212) 606-1642.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Padgett?
Dr. Douglas Padgett, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Padgett empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis-Hip & Knee, Hip & Knee Surgery, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Padgett is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Padgett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush Presbyterian Medical Center, Adult Reconstructive Surgery of the Hip and Knee, Chicago, Illinois
Residency: The Hospital For Special Surgery | Hospital for Special Surgery
Medical School: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Padgett board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Padgett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1992, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2003, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2013
What languages does Dr. Padgett speak?
Dr. Padgett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Padgett typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Padgett 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. Padgett. 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 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Padgett typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Padgett 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. Padgett. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Padgett accept my insurance?
Dr. Padgett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Padgett accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Padgett in New York, NY 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
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Padgett's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Journal of Arthroplasty, Editorial Board
Member
American Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Consultant Reviewer
Member
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Field Test Examiner
Member
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Program Committee
Member
Awards
New York Super Doctors
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Poster Award Winner
Adult Reconstruction Fellows of HSS: Educator of the Year Award
Philip D. Wilson Research Award
Outstanding Teacher Award: Naval Hospital, San Diego, CA
What is Dr. Padgett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Padgett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063523553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Padgett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Padgett
What is Dr. Douglas Padgett's specialty?
Dr. Padgett is a Specialist near New York, NY.
Is this Dr. Douglas Padgett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Padgett is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery 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 Douglas Padgett accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Padgett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Padgett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Padgett's office at (212) 606-1642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Padgett?
Please contact Dr. Padgett's office at (212) 606-1642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Padgett have?
Dr. Douglas Padgett is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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