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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Griffin, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. David Griffin, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Griffin graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (256) 539-2728.
Where did Dr. Griffin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Truman Med Center West | University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Griffin board certified as an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Griffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?
Dr. Griffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Griffin treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does Dr. Griffin perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Wrist Fracture Surgery
- Radial Bone Fracture Repair
- Distal Radius Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
Also known as:
- Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthroplasty Revision
- Re-do Hip Replacement
- Total Hip Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
- Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
- Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
- Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-2728 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Griffin in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?
Dr. David Griffin's Primary Practice
927 Franklin St SE
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 539-2728
What is Dr. Griffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962599670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffin
What is Dr. David Griffin's specialty?
Dr. Griffin is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Huntsville, AL. Contact Dr. Griffin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Maury Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton 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 David Griffin accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. David Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Griffin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (256) 539-2728 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Griffin?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (256) 539-2728 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Griffin have?
Dr. David Griffin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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