Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekpo, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Jackson, MI?
Dr. Timothy Ekpo, DO is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ekpo completed his residency at Ascension Genesys Hospital. Dr. Ekpo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekpo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekpo’s office at (517) 841-1431.
Where did Dr. Ekpo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Joint Implant Surgeons
Residency: Ascension Genesys Hospital
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical Education)
What languages does Dr. Ekpo speak?
Dr. Ekpo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ekpo typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ekpo 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. Ekpo. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ekpo typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ekpo 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. Ekpo. 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:
- 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Knee Joint Manipulation
- Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
- Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)
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:
- 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. Ekpo accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekpo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 841-1431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekpo accept in Jackson, MI?
Dr. Ekpo in Jackson, 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
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ekpo's office located?
What is Dr. Ekpo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekpo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891003240.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekpo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekpo
What is Dr. Timothy Ekpo's specialty?
Dr. Ekpo is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Jackson, MI.
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. Timothy Ekpo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekpo is affiliated with Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Timothy Ekpo accepting new patients in Jackson, MI?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Ekpo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Ekpo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekpo's office at (517) 841-1431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Ekpo?
Please contact Dr. Ekpo's office at (517) 841-1431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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