Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Specht, Orthopedic Surgeon in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Lawrence Specht, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Specht completed his residency at Hosp For Special Surg, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Specht is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Specht’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Specht’s office.
Where did Dr. Specht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp For Special Surg, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery
Is Dr. Specht board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Specht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Specht speak?
Dr. Specht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Specht typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Specht 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. Specht. 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 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 Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, 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
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Specht typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Specht 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. Specht. 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:
- 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:
- 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. Specht accept my insurance?
Dr. Specht 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. Specht accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Specht 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
Bankers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Specht's office located?
What is Dr. Specht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Specht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093805806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Specht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Specht
What is Dr. Lawrence Specht's specialty?
Dr. Specht 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. Lawrence Specht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Specht is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center 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 Lawrence Specht accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Specht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Specht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Specht's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Specht?
Please contact Dr. Specht's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Specht have?
Dr. Lawrence Specht is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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