Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Edgar, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Arlington, VA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Edgar?
Dr. Richard Edgar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Edgar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Primary Care Sports Medicine, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arlington, VA community, Dr. Edgar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Edgar speak?
Dr. Edgar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edgar typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edgar 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. Edgar. 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
- 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
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edgar typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edgar 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. Edgar. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Edgar accept my insurance?
Dr. Edgar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 892-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Edgar accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Edgar in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Edgar's office located?
Dr. Richard Edgar's Primary Practice
2800 S Shirlington Rd Ste 1000
Arlington, VA 22206
(703) 892-6500
What hospitals are Dr. Edgar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Edgar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Edgar?
Dr. Edgar has appointments available at his Arlington, VA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Edgar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edgar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851889158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edgar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edgar