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Dr. Karie Zach, MD

Dr. Karie Zach, MD

Milwaukee, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zach, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Karie Zach, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Zach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zach’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zach’s office at (414) 805-7100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zach?

    Dr. Karie Zach, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine 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. Zach empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Musculoskeletal Injuries, Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee, WI community, Dr. Zach is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Zach board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karie Zach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Zach speak?

    Dr. Zach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zach typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zach 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. Zach. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zach typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zach 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. Zach. 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 or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Needle Insertion into Muscle
    • Dry Needling for Muscles
    • Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
    • Muscle Needle Treatment
    • Therapeutic Needle Insertion
    • Therapeutic Dry Needling
    • Muscle Needle Therapy
    • Multiple Muscle Needling

    CPT Codes:

    • 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
    • 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Zach accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zach accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Zach in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Zach's office located?

    Sports Medicine

    8700 Watertown Plank Rd

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

    (414) 805-7100

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    Dr. Karie Zach's Practice 2

    1155 N Mayfair Rd Fl 2

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

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    Dr. Karie Zach's Practice 3

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

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    What is Dr. Zach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053489815.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zach?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zach

    What is Dr. Karie Zach's specialty?

    Dr. Zach is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Milwaukee, WI.

    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. Karie Zach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zach is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karie Zach accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Karie Zach is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karie Zach offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zach's office at (414) 805-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karie Zach?

    Please contact Dr. Zach's office at (414) 805-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karie Zach have?

    Dr. Karie Zach is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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