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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzpatrick, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ellen Fitzpatrick, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Fitzpatrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzpatrick’s office at (916) 734-2700.
What languages does Dr. Fitzpatrick speak?
Dr. Fitzpatrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:
- 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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
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:
- 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:
- Tibia Fracture Repair with Rod and Screws
- Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
- Intramedullary Rod for Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Fracture Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27759: Treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture) by intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
Also known as:
- Suture or Staple Removal
- Stitch Removal
- Wound Staple Removal
- Post-Surgical Suture Removal
- Non-Anesthetic Suture Removal
CPT Codes:
- 15853: Removal of sutures or staples not requiring anesthesia (List separately in addition to E/M code)
Does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Fitzpatrick in Sacramento, 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fitzpatrick's office located?
What is Dr. Fitzpatrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295961795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzpatrick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzpatrick
What is Dr. Ellen Fitzpatrick's specialty?
Dr. Fitzpatrick is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
Is this Dr. Ellen Fitzpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzpatrick is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Ellen Fitzpatrick accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Fitzpatrick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Fitzpatrick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (916) 734-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Fitzpatrick?
Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (916) 734-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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