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Dr. Duane Tippets, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon

Anniston, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tippets, Orthopedic Surgeon in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Duane Tippets, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anniston, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tippets is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tippets’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tippets’s office at (256) 236-4121.

    What languages does Dr. Tippets speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • 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:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

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

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

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Does Dr. Tippets accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tippets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 236-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tippets accept in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Tippets in Anniston, AL 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Tippets' office located?

    Dr. Duane Tippets' Primary Practice

    731 Leighton Ave Ste 300

    Anniston, AL 36207

    (256) 236-4121

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    Dr. Duane Tippets' Practice 2

    1400 Highway Dr Ste C

    Oxford, AL 36203

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

    Dr. Tippets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093011991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tippets?

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

    What is Dr. Duane Tippets's specialty?

    Dr. Tippets is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Anniston, AL.

    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. Duane Tippets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tippets is affiliated with Rmc Anniston, Uab 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. Duane Tippets accepting new patients in Anniston, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Duane Tippets is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Duane Tippets offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tippets' office at (256) 236-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Duane Tippets?

    Please contact Dr. Tippets' office at (256) 236-4121 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tippets' office located?

    Dr. Tippets' offices are located in Anniston, AL and Oxford, AL.