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Who is Dr. Updegrove, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Mechanicsburg, PA?
Dr. Gary Updegrove, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mechanicsburg, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Updegrove is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Updegrove’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Updegrove’s office.
What languages does Dr. Updegrove speak?
Dr. Updegrove and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Updegrove typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Updegrove 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. Updegrove. 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:
- Shoulder Pain
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Having an Artificial Shoulder Joint
- Artificial Limbs
- Shoulder replacement
- Shoulder prosthesis
- Artificial shoulder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96619: Presence of unspecified artificial shoulder joint
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Broken upper arm bone near the elbow
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Humerus fracture
- Elbow area fracture
- Broken arm near elbow
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42409A: Unspecified fracture of lower end of unspecified humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Updegrove typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Updegrove 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. Updegrove. 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 Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
Does Dr. Updegrove accept my insurance?
Dr. Updegrove accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Updegrove accept in Mechanicsburg, PA?
Dr. Updegrove in Mechanicsburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Updegrove's office located?
Dr. Gary Updegrove's Primary Practice
5202 Simpson Ferry Rd Ste 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
What is Dr. Updegrove's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Updegrove's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518287010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Updegrove?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Updegrove
What is Dr. Gary Updegrove's specialty?
Dr. Updegrove is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Mechanicsburg, PA.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Gary Updegrove affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Updegrove is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Surgical Institute Of Reading, Upmc Harrisburg, Geisinger-Lewistown 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 Gary Updegrove accepting new patients in Mechanicsburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Updegrove is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Updegrove offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Updegrove's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Updegrove?
Please contact Dr. Updegrove's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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