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Who is Dr. Wolcott, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Michelle Wolcott, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wolcott completed her residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. She is a member of the AAOS, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AOSSM, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, SICOT, Societe Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopedique et de Traumatologie, Ruth Jackson Society, Western Orthopaedic Association, Colorado Medical Society, Denver Medical Society, The Forum - Women's Sports Medicine Society, and Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Wolcott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wolcott’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolcott’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wolcott?
Dr. Michelle Wolcott, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wolcott empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Shoulder & Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora/CO community, Dr. Wolcott is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wolcott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Program | University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Program, Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Wolcott board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Wolcott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2005, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2003
What languages does Dr. Wolcott speak?
Dr. Wolcott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wolcott treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wolcott 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. Wolcott. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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 tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Compartment Syndrome in the Right Leg
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Muscle swelling in right leg
- Pressure buildup in right leg muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79A21: Nontraumatic compartment syndrome of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Wolcott perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wolcott 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. Wolcott. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee Scope for Debris
- Arthroscopic Loose Body Excision
- Knee Chondral Fragmentation Removal
- Knee Joint Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29874: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for removal of loose body or foreign body (eg, osteochondritis dissecans fragmentation, chondral fragmentation)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Tibial Tubercle Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Maquet procedure
- Knee bone realignment surgery
- Tibial tubercle osteotomy
- Kneecap stabilization surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 27418: Anterior tibial tubercleplasty (eg, Maquet type procedure)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
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:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Leg Compartment Pressure Release Surgery
- Leg fasciotomy
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
- Leg muscle pressure release
CPT Codes:
- 27602: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral, and posterior compartment(s)
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:
- Leg Compartment Release Surgery
- Leg Compartment Decompression Surgery (Posterior)
- Leg fasciotomy
- Anterior compartment release
- Lateral compartment release
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
- Posterior Compartment Fasciotomy
- Leg Fasciotomy
- Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome Surgery
- Leg Pressure Release Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27600: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral compartments only
- 27601: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; posterior compartment(s) only
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Muscle Compartment Pressure Monitoring
- Interstitial Fluid Pressure Monitoring
- Compartment Syndrome Test
- Wick Catheter Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 20950: Monitoring of interstitial fluid pressure (includes insertion of device, eg, wick catheter technique, needle manometer technique) in detection of muscle compartment syndrome
Also known as:
- Quadriceps or Hamstring Muscle Repair
- Thigh Muscle Rupture Repair
- Quadriceps Tendon Repair
- Hamstring Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27385: Suture of quadriceps or hamstring muscle rupture; primary
Does Dr. Wolcott accept my insurance?
Dr. Wolcott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wolcott accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Wolcott in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Corporate Services
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wolcott's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AAOS, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member
AOSSM, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Member
SICOT, Societe Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopedique et de Traumatologie
Member
Ruth Jackson Society
Member
Western Orthopaedic Association
Member
Colorado Medical Society
Member
Denver Medical Society
Member
The Forum - Women's Sports Medicine Society
Member
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Member
What is Dr. Wolcott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wolcott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134216286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolcott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wolcott
What is Dr. Michelle Wolcott's specialty?
Dr. Wolcott is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Wolcott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Wolcott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wolcott is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado 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
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Is Michelle Wolcott accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Wolcott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Wolcott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wolcott's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Wolcott?
Please contact Dr. Wolcott's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Wolcott have?
Dr. Michelle Wolcott is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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