30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wathne, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. Richard Wathne, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pocatello, ID with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Wathne graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Wathne is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wathne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wathne’s office at (208) 233-2100.
Where did Dr. Wathne go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery | New York University School of Medicine/Hospital for Joint Diseases Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Wathne board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wathne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wathne speak?
Dr. Wathne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wathne typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wathne 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. Wathne. 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
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wathne typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wathne 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. Wathne. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Wathne accept my insurance?
Dr. Wathne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 233-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wathne accept in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. Wathne in Pocatello, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wathne's office located?
Dr. Richard Wathne's Primary Practice
2240 E Center St
Pocatello, ID 83201
(208) 233-2100
What is Dr. Wathne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wathne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033296330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wathne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wathne
What is Dr. Richard Wathne's specialty?
Dr. Wathne is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Pocatello, ID.
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. Richard Wathne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wathne is affiliated with Bingham Memorial Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center 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
When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Wathne accepting new patients in Pocatello, ID?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wathne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Wathne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wathne's office at (208) 233-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Wathne?
Please contact Dr. Wathne's office at (208) 233-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wathne have?
Dr. Richard Wathne is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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