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Dr. Nicholas Loafman, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon

Saint Joseph, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Loafman, Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Nicholas Loafman, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Loafman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loafman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loafman’s office at (269) 428-3500.

    What languages does Dr. Loafman speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Loafman 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. Loafman. 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

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

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

    • 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 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:

    • 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Loafman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Loafman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 428-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Loafman accept in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Loafman in Saint Joseph, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Loafman's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Loafman's Primary Practice

    183 Peace Blvd

    Saint Joseph, MI 49085

    (269) 428-3500

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    Dr. Nicholas Loafman's Practice 2

    955 S Bailey Ave

    South Haven, MI 49090

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    Dr. Nicholas Loafman's Practice 3

    6 Longmeadow Village Dr Ste 1

    Niles, MI 49120

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

    Dr. Loafman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598998288.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loafman?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Loafman's specialty?

    Dr. Loafman is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Saint Joseph, MI.

    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 Dr. Nicholas Loafman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Loafman is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital 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 Dr. Nicholas Loafman accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Loafman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Loafman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Loafman's office at (269) 428-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Loafman?

    Please contact Dr. Loafman's office at (269) 428-3500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Loafman's office located?

    Dr. Loafman's offices are located in Saint Joseph, MI, South Haven, MI, and Niles, MI.