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Dr. William Postma, MD

Dr. William Postma, MD

Washington, DC

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Postma, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. William Postma, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Postma graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Postma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Postma’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Postma’s office at (202) 374-2880.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Postma?

    Dr. William Postma, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Postma empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Arthroscopic Surgery-Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Postma is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Postma go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital

    • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Postma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Postma treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Postma 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. Postma. 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 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Softening of Kneecap Cartilage
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellar Chondromalacia', 'Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2241: Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
    • M2242: Chondromalacia patellae, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Right Hip Joint Problems
    • Other Left Hip Joint Problems
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Joint Condition
    • Right Hip Arthropathy
    • Right Hip Articular Disorder
    • Left Hip Joint Condition
    • Left Hip Arthropathy
    • Left Hip Articular Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
    • M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83241D: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, subsequent encounter
    • S83242D: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, subsequent encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    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:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Postma perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Postma 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. Postma. 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 Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee abrasion arthroplasty
    • Knee microfracture surgery
    • Knee chondroplasty
    • 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
    • Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
    • Knee scope cartilage repair
    • Knee Scope for Adhesions
    • Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia

    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
    • 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
    • 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
    • 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
    • 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • Tibial Tubercle Surgery
    • Knee Meniscus Transplant Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • ACL Augmentation
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection
    • Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Knee Capsule Repair
    • Torn Knee Ligament Surgery
    • MCL Repair
    • Maquet procedure
    • Knee bone realignment surgery
    • Tibial tubercle osteotomy
    • Kneecap stabilization surgery
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Transplant
    • Knee Cartilage Transplant
    • Meniscal Allograft Transplantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
    • 27405: Repair, primary, torn ligament and/or capsule, knee; collateral
    • 27418: Anterior tibial tubercleplasty (eg, Maquet type procedure)
    • 29868: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; meniscal transplantation (includes arthrotomy for meniscal insertion), medial or lateral

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
    • Hip Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Hip Scope Surgery
    • Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
    • Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
    • Keyhole hip surgery
    • Hip scope loose body
    • Arthroscopic foreign body removal (hip)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
    • 29861: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthroscopy with Acetabuloplasty
    • Hip Joint Capsule Release with Muscle Lengthening
    • Removal of Hip Bursa or Calcification
    • Endoscopy
    • Hip Scope for Pincer Lesion
    • Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
    • Keyhole Hip Surgery
    • Hip Capsular Release
    • Hip Flexor Release Surgery
    • Hip Joint Decompression
    • Trochanteric Bursitis Excision
    • Hip Calcification Removal
    • Bursa Removal from Hip

    CPT Codes:

    • 29915: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with acetabuloplasty (ie, treatment of pincer lesion)
    • 27036: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy, hip, with or without excision of heterotopic bone, with release of hip flexor muscles (ie, gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, tensor fascia latae, rectus femoris, sartorius, iliopsoas)
    • 27062: Excision; trochanteric bursa or calcification

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
    • Hip Labral Tear Repair
    • Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
    • Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    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])

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Cartilage Implant (ACI)
    • Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation
    • ACI Knee Surgery
    • Cartilage Repair Knee
    • Knee Joint Cartilage Regeneration

    CPT Codes:

    • 27412: Autologous chondrocyte implantation, knee

    Also known as:

    • Quadriceps or Hamstring Muscle Repair
    • Thigh Muscle Rupture Repair
    • Quadriceps Tendon Repair
    • Hamstring Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27385: Suture of quadriceps or hamstring muscle rupture; primary

    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:

    • Patellar Tendon Repair
    • Knee Tendon Suture
    • Infrapatellar Tendon Reconstruction
    • Knee Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27380: Suture of infrapatellar tendon; primary

    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:

    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Postma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Postma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 374-2880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Postma accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Postma in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • RiverSpring Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Postma's office located?

    Dr. William Postma also offers virtual visits

    Dr. William Postma's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 374-2880

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    Dr. William Postma's Practice 2

    1120 20th St NW

    Washington, DC 20036

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    Dr. William Postma's Practice 3

    6858 Old Dominion Dr Ste 200

    Mc Lean, VA 22101

    (855) 788-6464

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Postma?

    Dr. Postma has appointments available at his Washington, DC office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Postma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821249897.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Postma?

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

    What is Dr. William Postma's specialty?

    Dr. Postma is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Postma to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Postma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Postma is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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    Is William Postma accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. William Postma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Postma offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Postma, or call (202) 374-2880 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with William Postma?

    Yes, Dr. Postma offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Postma, or call (202) 374-2880 for more information.

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