Dr. Ricardo Colberg, MD
Birmingham, AL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colberg, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Colberg?
Dr. Ricardo Colberg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatry 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. Colberg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fractures, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Orthopaedics-Non Surgical, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham, AL community, Dr. Colberg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Colberg speak?
Dr. Colberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colberg typically treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colberg 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. Colberg. 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 both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
What procedures does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colberg typically perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colberg 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. Colberg. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
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
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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")
Does Dr. Colberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Colberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-3699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colberg accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Colberg in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Colberg's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Colberg's Primary Practice
805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 939-3699
What hospitals are Dr. Colberg affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Colberg has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Colberg's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073760831.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colberg