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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christoforetti, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. John Christoforetti, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Christoforetti graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Christoforetti is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christoforetti’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christoforetti’s office at (214) 383-9356.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Christoforetti?
Dr. John Christoforetti, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Christoforetti empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Knee Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bethesda, MD community, Dr. Christoforetti is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Christoforetti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christoforetti speak?
Dr. Christoforetti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christoforetti typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christoforetti 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. Christoforetti. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Hip Sprain
- Other Hip Sprain
- Right Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Left Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Left Hip Ligament
- Left Hip Strain
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
- Right Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Right Hip Ligament
- Right Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73192A: Other sprain of left hip, initial encounter
- S73192D: Other sprain of left hip, subsequent encounter
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
- S73191D: Other sprain of right hip, subsequent encounter
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
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christoforetti typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christoforetti 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. Christoforetti. 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:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Hip Arthroscopy for Cartilage or Labrum Repair
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
- Hip Scope with Chondroplasty
- Hip Labrum Resection
- Arthroscopic Hip Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
- 29862: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), abrasion arthroplasty, and/or resection of labrum
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
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
Does Dr. Christoforetti accept my insurance?
Dr. Christoforetti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 383-9356 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christoforetti accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Christoforetti in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Christoforetti's office located?
Dr. John Christoforetti's Primary Practice
6710A Rockledge Dr Ste 130
Bethesda, MD 20817
(214) 383-9356
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. John Christoforetti an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Christoforetti has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Christoforetti, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Christoforetti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christoforetti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003995218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christoforetti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christoforetti
What is Dr. John Christoforetti's specialty?
Dr. Christoforetti is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Bethesda, MD.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. John Christoforetti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christoforetti is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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 John Christoforetti accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. John Christoforetti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Christoforetti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christoforetti's office at (214) 383-9356 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Christoforetti?
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