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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 Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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 Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
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:
- 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
6 Degrees Health
Atrio Holding Company
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Moda Health
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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 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 Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Peacehealth Peace Harbor 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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