19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbus, NJ?
Dr. Efrain Paz, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Paz graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at A.I. Dupont Institute & Children's Hospital. Dr. Paz is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paz’s office at (609) 747-9200.
Where did Dr. Paz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A.I. Dupont Institute & Children's Hospital | KENNEDY HEALTH SYSTEM
Medical School: Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Paz speak?
Dr. Paz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Paz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Paz 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. Paz. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Paz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Paz 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. Paz. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage 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
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
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Paz accept my insurance?
Dr. Paz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 747-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paz accept in Columbus, NJ?
Dr. Paz in Columbus, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paz's office located?
Dr. Efrain Paz's Primary Practice
1 Sheffield Dr Ste 201
Columbus, NJ 08022
(609) 747-9200
What is Dr. Paz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750326534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paz
What is Dr. Efrain Paz's specialty?
Dr. Paz is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Columbus, NJ.
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. Efrain Paz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paz is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Efrain Paz accepting new patients in Columbus, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Efrain Paz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Efrain Paz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (609) 747-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Efrain Paz?
Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (609) 747-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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