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30 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slater, Orthopedic Surgeon in Folsom, CA?
Dr. Robert Slater, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Folsom, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Slater is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slater’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slater’s office at (916) 984-4500.
Is Dr. Slater board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Slater, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Slater speak?
Dr. Slater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Slater typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Slater 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. Slater. 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 right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Benign Soft Tissue Tumor of the Left Arm and Shoulder
- Benign Soft Tissue Tumor of the Right Arm and Shoulder
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous left arm growth
- Benign left shoulder mass
- Non-malignant left upper limb tumor
- Benign growth in left arm
- Non-cancerous right arm growth
- Benign right shoulder mass
- Non-malignant right upper limb tumor
- Benign growth in right arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2112: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of left upper limb, including shoulder
- D2111: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of right upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Slater typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Slater 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. Slater. 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:
- 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:
- Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Hand Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Cast Removal (Arm, Leg, or Body)
- Body Cast Removal
- Boot Cast Removal
- Gauntlet Cast Removal
- Splitting a Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29700: Removal or bivalving; gauntlet, boot or body cast
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
Also known as:
- Hand Tendon Transfer
- Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
- Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Relocation in Hand
CPT Codes:
- 26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Slater accept my insurance?
Dr. Slater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 984-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slater accept in Folsom, CA?
Dr. Slater in Folsom, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CommonSpirit Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slater's office located?
Dr. Robert Slater's Primary Practice
1580 Creekside Dr Ste 100
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 984-4500
What is Dr. Slater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427136183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slater
What is Dr. Robert Slater's specialty?
Dr. Slater is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Folsom, 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. Robert Slater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slater is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Robert Slater accepting new patients in Folsom, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Slater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Slater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (916) 984-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Slater?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (916) 984-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Slater have?
Dr. Robert Slater is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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