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Who is Dr. Watts, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV?
Dr. Chad Watts, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Watts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watts’s office at (775) 786-3040.
Where did Dr. Watts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nevada Reno
What languages does Dr. Watts speak?
Dr. Watts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Watts typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Watts 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. Watts. 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
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Watts typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Watts 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. Watts. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Watts accept my insurance?
Dr. Watts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 786-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watts accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Watts in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Watts' office located?
What is Dr. Watts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124314935.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watts
What is Dr. Chad Watts's specialty?
Dr. Watts is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Reno, NV.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Chad Watts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watts is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Tahoe Forest Hospital, Carson Valley Health Hospital, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Chad Watts accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Chad Watts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Watts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watts's office at (775) 786-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Watts?
Please contact Dr. Watts's office at (775) 786-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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