25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Annunziata, Orthopedic Surgeon in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Christopher Annunziata, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Annunziata graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Annunziata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Annunziata’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Annunziata’s office at (703) 810-5215.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Annunziata?
Dr. Christopher Annunziata, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Annunziata empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ankle Reconstruction, Arthroscopic Surgery, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Shoulder & Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arlington/VA community, Dr. Annunziata is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Annunziata go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Sports Medicine
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Georgetown University Med Center | Georgetown University Medical Center
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Annunziata board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Annunziata, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2002, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2007
What languages does Dr. Annunziata speak?
Dr. Annunziata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Annunziata treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Annunziata 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. Annunziata. 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.
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Annunziata perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Annunziata 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. Annunziata. 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.
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- 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
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
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:
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
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:
- 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. Annunziata accept my insurance?
Dr. Annunziata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 810-5215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Annunziata accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Annunziata in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Brand New Day
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Annunziata's office located?
Dr. Christopher Annunziata's Primary Practice
1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 310
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 810-5215
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
Awards
Washington, DC-Baltimore-Northern Virginia Super Doctors
Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Medical Honor Society, Boston College
Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society, Boston College
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Georgetown University Medical Cent
Peter Kenmore Award for Excellence in Resident Teaching
What is Dr. Annunziata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Annunziata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548287972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Annunziata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Annunziata
What is Dr. Christopher Annunziata's specialty?
Dr. Annunziata is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Arlington, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Annunziata to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Annunziata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Annunziata is affiliated with VHC Health - Virginia Hospital 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 Christopher Annunziata accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Annunziata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Annunziata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Annunziata's office at (703) 810-5215 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Annunziata?
Please contact Dr. Annunziata's office at (703) 810-5215 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Annunziata have?
Dr. Christopher Annunziata is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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