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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cummings, Orthopedic Surgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Galen Cummings, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cummings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cummings’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummings’s office at (575) 915-6761.
What languages does Dr. Cummings speak?
Dr. Cummings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cummings typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cummings typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Galen Cummings may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Cummings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cummings accept my insurance?
Dr. Cummings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 915-6761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cummings accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Cummings in Louisville, KY 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?
Dr. Galen Cummings' Primary Practice
225 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 2
Louisville, KY 40202
(575) 915-6761
What is Dr. Cummings's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619479318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummings?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cummings
What is Dr. Galen Cummings's specialty?
Dr. Cummings is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Louisville, KY.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Galen Cummings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cummings is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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 Galen Cummings accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Galen Cummings is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Galen Cummings offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (575) 915-6761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Galen Cummings?
Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (575) 915-6761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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