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Dr. Nathan Frost, MD

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frost, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Nathan Frost, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Frost is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frost’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frost’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Frost speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Frost treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frost 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. Frost. 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:

    • Right Knee Instability
    • Left Knee Instability
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose right knee
    • Unstable right knee joint
    • Right knee hypermobility
    • Loose left knee
    • Unstable left knee joint
    • Left knee hypermobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25361: Other instability, right knee
    • M25362: Other instability, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Frost perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frost 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. Frost. 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:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
    • Closed Treatment of Forearm Bone Fractures (No Manipulation)
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
    • Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
    • Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
    • Radial Shaft Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Shaft Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Manipulative Forearm Fracture Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
    • 25560: Closed Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures; Without Manipulation

    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:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Reconstruction
    • Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
    • Knee Ligament Augmentation
    • Knee Stabilization Surgery
    • ACL Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular

    Also known as:

    • Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
    • Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
    • Clubfoot Correction with Cast
    • Serial Casting for Clubfoot

    CPT Codes:

    • 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Frost accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frost accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frost accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Frost in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Molina

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Frost's office located?

    Dr. Nathan Frost's Primary Practice

    Madigan Army Medical Ctr

    Tacoma, WA 98431

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    Dr. Nathan Frost's Practice 2

    3504 12th Ave NE

    Olympia, WA 98506

    (253) 403-1507

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    Dr. Nathan Frost's Practice 3

    311 S L St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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

    Dr. Frost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306904552.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frost?

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

    What is Dr. Nathan Frost's specialty?

    Dr. Frost is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Tacoma, WA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Frost to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nathan Frost affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frost is affiliated with MultiCare Capital 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 Nathan Frost accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Nathan Frost is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathan Frost offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frost's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nathan Frost?

    Please contact Dr. Frost's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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