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Dr. Karl Boatright, MD

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Dr. Karl Boatright, MD

Okatie, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boatright, Orthopedic Surgeon in Okatie, SC?

    Dr. Karl Boatright, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Okatie, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Boatright completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Boatright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boatright’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boatright’s office at (843) 379-7746.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Boatright board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Boatright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Boatright speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Boatright 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. Boatright. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Hip
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Hip Ache
    • Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25559: Pain in unspecified hip

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Boatright typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Boatright 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. Boatright. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Boatright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boatright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 379-7746 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boatright accept in Okatie, SC?

    Dr. Boatright in Okatie, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Boatright's office located?

    Bluffton-Okatie Outpatient Center

    40 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 205

    Okatie, SC 29909

    (843) 379-7746

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    Reuben Spine Specialists

    2 Greenwood Dr Ste D

    Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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    Dr. Karl Boatright's Practice 3

    300 Midtown Dr

    Beaufort, SC 29906

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    Patients give Dr. Karl Boatright an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Boatright has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Boatright, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Boatright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346325149.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boatright?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Boatright's specialty?

    Dr. Boatright is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Okatie, SC.

    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. Karl Boatright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boatright is affiliated with Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Coastal Carolina Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karl Boatright accepting new patients in Okatie, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Boatright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Boatright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boatright's office at (843) 379-7746 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Boatright?

    Please contact Dr. Boatright's office at (843) 379-7746 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Boatright have?

    Dr. Karl Boatright is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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