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Dr. Felix Ungacta, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Highland, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ungacta, Orthopedic Surgeon in Highland, IL?

    Dr. Felix Ungacta, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Highland, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ungacta graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Ungacta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ungacta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ungacta’s office at (618) 654-5400.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Washington University

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ungacta board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Felix Ungacta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ungacta speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ungacta typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ungacta 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. Ungacta. 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    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. Ungacta typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Felix Ungacta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ungacta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ungacta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ungacta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 654-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ungacta accept in Highland, IL?

    Dr. Ungacta in Highland, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ungacta's office located?

    Dr. Felix Ungacta's Primary Practice

    30 Apex Dr Ste 1

    Highland, IL 62249

    (618) 654-5400

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    Midwest Bone And Joint Surgery Sch

    3933 S Broadway

    Saint Louis, MO 63118

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    Dr. Felix Ungacta's Practice 3

    1000 Des Peres Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ungacta affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ungacta has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Community Hospital Of Staunton,Staunton, IL
    Hillsboro Health Main Hospital,Hillsboro, IL
    Hshs St. Josephs Hospital Highland,Highland, IL
    Osf Saint Anthonys Health Center,Alton, IL

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

    Dr. Ungacta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669568754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ungacta?

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

    What is Dr. Felix Ungacta's specialty?

    Dr. Ungacta is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Highland, IL.

    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 Dr. Felix Ungacta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ungacta is affiliated with Anderson Hospital 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Felix Ungacta accepting new patients in Highland, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Felix Ungacta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Felix Ungacta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ungacta's office at (618) 654-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Felix Ungacta?

    Please contact Dr. Ungacta's office at (618) 654-5400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ungacta's office located?

    Dr. Ungacta's offices are located in Highland, IL and Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Felix Ungacta have?

    Dr. Felix Ungacta is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.