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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Freese, Orthopedic Surgeon in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Krister Freese, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. Dr. Freese is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freese’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freese’s office at (503) 241-5090.
What languages does Dr. Freese speak?
Dr. Freese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Freese typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Freese 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. Freese. 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:
- 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:
- Hand or Finger Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Hand Malformation
- Finger Birth Defect
- Baby Hand Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q681: Congenital deformity of finger(s) and hand
Also known as:
- Arm and Shoulder Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Congenital upper limb malformation
- Shoulder girdle defect
- Arm and shoulder anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q740: Other congenital malformations of upper limb(s), including shoulder girdle
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
- Birth Defects
- Hereditary multiple osteochondromas
- Multiple Congenital Exostoses
- HME
- Bone Spurs
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q786: Multiple congenital exostoses
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Freese typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Freese 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. Freese. 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:
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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:
- Forearm or Wrist Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
- Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Flexor Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Surgery
- Wrist Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 25280: Lengthening or shortening of flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Generating Device Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Augmentative Communication Therapy
- AAC Device Programming
- Speech Device Training
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Freese accept my insurance?
Dr. Freese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 241-5090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Freese accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Freese in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Moda Health
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Freese's office located?
Dr. Krister Freese's Primary Practice
1356 Lusitana St Fl 6
Honolulu, HI 96813
(503) 241-5090
What is Dr. Freese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Freese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104053388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Freese
What is Dr. Krister Freese's specialty?
Dr. Freese is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Honolulu, HI.
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. Krister Freese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Freese is affiliated with Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend 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 Krister Freese accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Krister Freese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krister Freese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Freese's office at (503) 241-5090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krister Freese?
Please contact Dr. Freese's office at (503) 241-5090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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