Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar, MD
Lexington, KY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Talwalkar, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Talwalkar graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Talwalkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talwalkar’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talwalkar’s office at (859) 323-2412.
Where did Dr. Talwalkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Talwalkar board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Talwalkar speak?
Dr. Talwalkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Talwalkar treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Talwalkar 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. Talwalkar. 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:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Juvenile Scoliosis of Upper Back
- Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
- Thoracic Juvenile Scoliosis
- Child Upper Back Curve
- Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
- Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
- Child Mid-Back Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M41114: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Right Talipes Equinovarus
- Congenital Right Clubfoot
- Twisted Right Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6601: Congenital talipes equinovarus, right foot
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Scoliosis Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Scoliosis
- Post-scoliosis surgery care
- Scoliosis recovery care
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4782: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery
Also known as:
- Left Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Left talipes equinovarus
- Congenital left clubfoot
- Left foot turned inward at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6602: Congenital talipes equinovarus, left foot
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
What procedures does Dr. Talwalkar perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Talwalkar 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. Talwalkar. 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:
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Below Knee Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
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:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
Also known as:
- Foot Tendon Transfer
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Anterior tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27690: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); superficial (eg, anterior tibial extensors into midfoot)
Also known as:
- Application of Risser Cast or Brace
- Risser Jacket Application
- Spinal Cast
- Scoliosis Brace Application
- Body Cast for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
- Anesthesia
- Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
- Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
- Heel cord release
CPT Codes:
- 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Foot or Toe Fasciotomy
- Foot fascia release
- Toe fascia surgery
- Plantar fasciotomy
CPT Codes:
- 28008: Fasciotomy, foot and/or toe
Does Dr. Talwalkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Talwalkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-2412 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Talwalkar accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Talwalkar in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
Humana
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Talwalkar's office located?
Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar's Primary Practice
740 S Limestone
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 323-2412
What is Dr. Talwalkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Talwalkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518067099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talwalkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Talwalkar
What is Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar's specialty?
Dr. Talwalkar is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Lexington, KY. 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. Talwalkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Talwalkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shriners Children's Lexington, University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler 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 Vishwas Talwalkar accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Talwalkar's office at (859) 323-2412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishwas Talwalkar?
Please contact Dr. Talwalkar's office at (859) 323-2412 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar have?
Dr. Vishwas Talwalkar is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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