Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tilzey, Orthopedic Surgeon in Burlington, MA?
Dr. John Tilzey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tilzey completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery. Dr. Tilzey is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tilzey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tilzey’s office.
Where did Dr. Tilzey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery | Boston University
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Tilzey board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Tilzey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tilzey speak?
Dr. Tilzey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tilzey typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tilzey 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. Tilzey. 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 Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tilzey typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tilzey 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. Tilzey. 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 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Tilzey accept my insurance?
Dr. Tilzey 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. Tilzey accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Tilzey in Burlington, MA 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 Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tilzey's office located?
What is Dr. Tilzey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tilzey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366541732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tilzey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tilzey
What is Dr. John Tilzey's specialty?
Dr. Tilzey is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Burlington, MA.
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. John Tilzey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tilzey is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, York Hospital, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Exeter Hospital, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center 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 John Tilzey accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. John Tilzey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Tilzey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tilzey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Tilzey?
Please contact Dr. Tilzey's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Tilzey have?
Dr. John Tilzey is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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