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Dr. Brian Weatherford, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Wilmette, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weatherford, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmette, IL?

    Dr. Brian Weatherford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmette, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Weatherford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weatherford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weatherford’s office at (847) 998-5680.

    What languages does Dr. Weatherford speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Arthritis in the Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Arthritis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Ankle Joint Inflammation
    • Foot Joint Inflammation
    • Ankle and Foot Arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M13872: Other specified arthritis, left ankle and foot

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

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

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    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:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
    • Deep tendon rerouting
    • Tendon transplant surgery
    • Muscle redirection surgery
    • Tibial tendon transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Does Dr. Weatherford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weatherford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 998-5680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weatherford accept in Wilmette, IL?

    Dr. Weatherford in Wilmette, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Weatherford's office located?

    Dr. Brian Weatherford's Primary Practice

    521 Green Bay Rd Ste 100

    Wilmette, IL 60091

    (847) 998-5680

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    Dr. Brian Weatherford's Practice 2

    1300 E Central Rd

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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    Dr. Brian Weatherford's Practice 3

    406 Front St

    McHenry, IL 60050

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

    Dr. Weatherford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609022003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weatherford?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Weatherford's specialty?

    Dr. Weatherford is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmette, IL.

    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. Brian Weatherford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weatherford is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Orthoindy Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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. Brian Weatherford accepting new patients in Wilmette, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Weatherford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Weatherford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weatherford's office at (847) 998-5680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Weatherford?

    Please contact Dr. Weatherford's office at (847) 998-5680 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Weatherford's office located?

    Dr. Weatherford's offices are located in Wilmette, IL, Arlington Heights, IL, and McHenry, IL.