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Who is Dr. Aaron, Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Don Aaron, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aaron is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aaron’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aaron’s office at (912) 644-5300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aaron?
Dr. Don Aaron, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Aaron empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Elbow Injuries, Knee Injuries, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Savannah/GA community, Dr. Aaron is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Aaron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aaron speak?
Dr. Aaron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Aaron treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aaron 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. Aaron. 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.
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does Dr. Aaron perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aaron 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. Aaron. 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.
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Shoulder Scope Surgery
- Shoulder Adhesiolysis
- Frozen Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Cleaning
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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
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:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Lateral Release
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
- Knee Scope with Lateral Release
- Lateral Retinacular Release
- Knee Patella Realignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
- 29873: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lateral release
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:
- 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Wrist Fracture Surgery
- Radial Bone Fracture Repair
- Distal Radius Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation
Also known as:
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Smith Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
Also known as:
- Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
- Golfer's Elbow Surgery
- Epicondylitis Repair
- Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
- Open Tendon Debridement Elbow
CPT Codes:
- 24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Does Dr. Aaron accept my insurance?
Dr. Aaron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 644-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aaron accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Aaron in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aaron's office located?
What is Dr. Aaron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aaron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477656874.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aaron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aaron
What is Dr. Don Aaron's specialty?
Dr. Aaron is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Savannah, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Aaron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Don Aaron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aaron is affiliated with East Georgia Regional Medical Center 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 Don Aaron accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Don Aaron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Don Aaron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aaron's office at (912) 644-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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