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Dr. Christopher Nanson, MD

Dr. Christopher Nanson, MD

Tigard, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nanson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Tigard, OR?

    Dr. Christopher Nanson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tigard, OR. He is board certified. Dr. Nanson completed his residency at University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the North Pacific Orthopaedic society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Nanson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nanson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nanson’s office at (503) 639-6002.

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

    • Fellowship: OrthoCarolina, Adult Reconstructive Surgery, NC, USA

    • Residency: University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals | University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals | Phoenix Orthopedic Surgery | University of Arizona, Integrative Medicine

    • Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States

    Is Dr. Nanson board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Nanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2011

    What languages does Dr. Nanson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nanson treat?

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • 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:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    What procedures does Dr. Nanson perform?

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

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery
    • Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
    • Medial Knee Replacement
    • Lateral Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Resurfacing

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
    • 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment

    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:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Nanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 639-6002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nanson accept in Tigard, OR?

    Dr. Nanson in Tigard, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Lifebridge Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nanson's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Nanson's Primary Practice

    15755 SW Sequoia Pkwy Ste 200

    Tigard, OR 97224

    (503) 639-6002

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    North Pacific Orthopaedic society

    Member

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Member

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

    Dr. Nanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386717882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nanson?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Nanson's specialty?

    Dr. Nanson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Tigard, OR. 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. Nanson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Nanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nanson is affiliated with Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Hillsboro Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, OR, Asante Ashland Community 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 Christopher Nanson accepting new patients in Tigard, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Nanson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Nanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nanson's office at (503) 639-6002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Nanson?

    Please contact Dr. Nanson's office at (503) 639-6002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Nanson have?

    Dr. Christopher Nanson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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