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Dr. Christopher Dickinson, DO
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dickinson, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Christopher Dickinson, DO is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dickinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dickinson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickinson’s office at (515) 224-1414.
What languages does Dr. Dickinson speak?
Dr. Dickinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dickinson treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Dickinson 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. Dickinson. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
What procedures does Dr. Dickinson perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Dickinson 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. Dickinson. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Does Dr. Dickinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dickinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 224-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dickinson accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Dickinson in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Dickinson's office located?
Dr. Christopher Dickinson's Primary Practice
6001 Westown Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 224-1414
What is Dr. Dickinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dickinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720573124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dickinson
What is Dr. Christopher Dickinson's specialty?
Dr. Dickinson is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near West Des Moines, IA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Dickinson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Dickinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dickinson is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids 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 Christopher Dickinson accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dickinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Dickinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dickinson's office at (515) 224-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dickinson?
Please contact Dr. Dickinson's office at (515) 224-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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