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Dr. Gregory Purnell, MD

Monroeville, PA

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    Who is Dr. Purnell, Orthopedic Surgeon in Monroeville, PA?

    Dr. Gregory Purnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monroeville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purnell completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital. Dr. Purnell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purnell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purnell’s office at (877) 660-6777.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Purnell?

    Dr. Gregory Purnell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon 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. Purnell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Cartilage Damage, Knee & Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Monroeville/PA community, Dr. Purnell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Allegheny General Hospital

    Is Dr. Purnell board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Purnell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Purnell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Purnell treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Purnell perform?

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

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • 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 Adhesions
    • Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia

    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
    • 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
    • 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • 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

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation
    • Patella Reconstruction
    • Dislocating Kneecap Repair
    • Knee Extensor Realignment
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
    • 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)

    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)

    Does Dr. Purnell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Purnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 660-6777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Purnell accept in Monroeville, PA?

    Dr. Purnell in Monroeville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Purnell's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Purnell's Primary Practice

    2550 Mosside Blvd Ste 405

    Monroeville, PA 15146

    (877) 660-6777

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    Dr. Gregory Purnell's Practice 2

    2001 Lincoln Way

    White Oak, PA 15131

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    Dr. Gregory Purnell's Practice 3

    3520 Route 130

    Irwin, PA 15642

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

    Dr. Purnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205079837.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purnell?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Purnell's specialty?

    Dr. Purnell is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Monroeville, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Purnell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gregory Purnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Purnell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mon Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gregory Purnell accepting new patients in Monroeville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Purnell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Purnell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Purnell's office at (877) 660-6777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Purnell?

    Please contact Dr. Purnell's office at (877) 660-6777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Purnell have?

    Dr. Gregory Purnell is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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