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Who is Dr. Wassef, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Andrew Wassef, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wassef is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wassef’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wassef’s office at (562) 633-3787.
What languages does Dr. Wassef speak?
Dr. Wassef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wassef typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wassef 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. Wassef. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wassef typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wassef 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. Wassef. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (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
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. Wassef accept my insurance?
Dr. Wassef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 633-3787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wassef accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Wassef in Lakewood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wassef's office located?
Dr. Andrew Wassef's Primary Practice
5750 Downey Ave Ste 308
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-3787
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Andrew Wassef?
Dr. Wassef has appointments available at his Lakewood, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Wassef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wassef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982848099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wassef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wassef
What is Dr. Andrew Wassef's specialty?
Dr. Wassef is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Lakewood, CA.
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. Andrew Wassef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wassef is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Andrew Wassef accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Wassef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Wassef offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wassef, or call (562) 633-3787 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Wassef?
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office at (562) 633-3787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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