Dr. Mininder Kocher, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kocher, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Mininder Kocher, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Kocher graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Kocher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kocher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kocher’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kocher?
Dr. Mininder Kocher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Kocher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Kocher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kocher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's Hospital Boston, :Pediatric | Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery - Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery - Steadman Hawkins Clinic - Vail, CO | Clinical Research, AASOS/OREF Health Services Research Fellowship - Harvard School of Public Health - Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatrics | Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Fellow:Sports Medicine
Residency: Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery | Harvard Orthopaedic Combined Residency Program | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | STEADMAN HAWKINS CLINIC
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kocher board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mininder Kocher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kocher speak?
Dr. Kocher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kocher treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kocher 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. Kocher. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
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:
- 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:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Familial osteochondritis dissecans
- Knee OCD
- Knee Cartilage Damage
- Knee Bone Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M93262: Osteochondritis dissecans, left knee
What procedures does Dr. Kocher perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kocher 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. Kocher. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopy)
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Scope for OCD Lesion
- Arthroscopic Knee Drilling
- Internal Fixation of Knee OCD
- Knee Scope for Adhesions
- Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee Scope for Debris
- Arthroscopic Loose Body Excision
- Knee Chondral Fragmentation Removal
- Knee Joint Cleaning
- Knee osteochondritis dissecans drilling
- Arthroscopic knee lesion repair
- Knee joint drilling surgery
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
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
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29887: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; drilling for intact osteochondritis dissecans lesion with internal fixation
- 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 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
- 29874: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for removal of loose body or foreign body (eg, osteochondritis dissecans fragmentation, chondral fragmentation)
- 29886: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; drilling for intact osteochondritis dissecans lesion
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Tibial Tubercle Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Knee Arthroscopy with Lateral Release
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
- Knee Scope with Meniscus Fix
- Medial and Lateral Meniscus Surgery
- Keyhole Knee Surgery
- Maquet procedure
- Knee bone realignment surgery
- Tibial tubercle osteotomy
- Kneecap stabilization surgery
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
- Knee Scope with Lateral Release
- Lateral Retinacular Release
- Knee Patella Realignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
- 29883: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial AND lateral)
- 27418: Anterior tibial tubercleplasty (eg, Maquet type procedure)
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
- 29873: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lateral release
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:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Hip Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole hip surgery
- Hip scope loose body
- Arthroscopic foreign body removal (hip)
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
- 29861: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Keyhole shoulder surgery
- Shoulder scope loose body
- Arthroscopic foreign body removal (shoulder)
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29819: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
- 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])
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Hip Arthroscopy for Cartilage or Labrum Repair
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
- Hip Scope with Chondroplasty
- Hip Labrum Resection
- Arthroscopic Hip Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
- 29862: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), abrasion arthroplasty, and/or resection of labrum
Also known as:
- Elbow Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
- Elbow Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Elbow Scope Surgery
- Partial Synovial Tissue Removal Elbow
- Arthroscopic Elbow Surgery
- Elbow debridement
- Elbow scope surgery
- Arthroscopic elbow cleanup
CPT Codes:
- 29835: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; synovectomy, partial
- 29837: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, limited
Also known as:
- Elbow Medial Collateral Ligament Repair
- UCL Repair
- Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
- MCL Elbow Repair
- Tommy John Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24345: Repair medial collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue
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:
- Leg Compartment Release Surgery
- Leg fasciotomy
- Anterior compartment release
- Lateral compartment release
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27600: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral compartments only
Also known as:
- Leg Compartment Pressure Release Surgery
- Leg fasciotomy
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
- Leg muscle pressure release
CPT Codes:
- 27602: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral, and posterior compartment(s)
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Acetabuloplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope for Pincer Lesion
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29915: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with acetabuloplasty (ie, treatment of pincer lesion)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle Debridement
- Ankle Scope Surgery
- Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
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
Also known as:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kocher accept my insurance?
Dr. Kocher 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. Kocher accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kocher in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
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Health Plans
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State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Kocher's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
Awards
Boston Super Doctors
What is Dr. Kocher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kocher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164451597.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kocher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kocher
What is Dr. Mininder Kocher's specialty?
Dr. Kocher is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Boston, MA. 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. Kocher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mininder Kocher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kocher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mininder Kocher accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Mininder Kocher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mininder Kocher offer online booking?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Mininder Kocher have?
Dr. Mininder Kocher is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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