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Dr. Robert Coles, MD

New Bern, NC

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Coles, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Robert Coles, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Bern, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Coles graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Coles is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coles’s office at (252) 247-2101.

    Where did Dr. Coles go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Robert Coles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Coles speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Coles 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. Coles. 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 the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Does Dr. Coles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Coles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 247-2101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Coles accept in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Coles in New Bern, NC 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 North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Coles' office located?

    Dr. Robert Coles' Primary Practice

    2654 M L King Jr Blvd

    New Bern, NC 28562

    (252) 247-2101

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    Dr. Robert Coles' Practice 2

    775 W Corbett Ave Ste 2

    Swansboro, NC 28584

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    Dr. Robert Coles' Practice 3

    3714 Guardian Ave Ste E

    Morehead City, NC 28557

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

    Dr. Coles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417055088.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coles?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Coles's specialty?

    Dr. Coles is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near New Bern, NC.

    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. Robert Coles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Coles is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Robert Coles accepting new patients in New Bern, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Coles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Coles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Coles's office at (252) 247-2101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Coles?

    Please contact Dr. Coles's office at (252) 247-2101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Coles have?

    Dr. Robert Coles is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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