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Dr. Kristen Nathe, MD

Columbia, SC

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nathe, Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Kristen Nathe, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nathe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nathe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nathe’s office at (803) 296-7846.

    What languages does Dr. Nathe speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nathe treat?

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

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap and Thigh Bone Problems
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome', 'Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M222X1: Patellofemoral disorders, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Limb Deformity
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Limb Shape Problems
    • Deformed Arm
    • Deformed Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21861: Other specified acquired deformities of right lower leg

    Also known as:

    • Flat Feet
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Fallen arches
    • Pes planus
    • Pronated foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2141: Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), right foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle Sprain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted right ankle
    • Right ankle ligament injury
    • Right ankle strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93401A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Nathe perform?

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

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
    • Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Reduction
    • Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
    • Clavicle Fracture Management

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
    • 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal
    • Buried wire removal
    • Pin removal surgery
    • Rod removal (superficial)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
    • 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Patella Reconstruction
    • Dislocating Kneecap Repair
    • Knee Extensor Realignment
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Application of Short Leg Splint
    • Calf to Foot Splint
    • Lower Leg Splinting
    • Short Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)

    Also known as:

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast
    • Below Knee Walking Cast
    • Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
    • 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee chondroplasty
    • Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
    • Knee scope cartilage repair

    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
    • 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    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:

    • Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
    • Shin Bone Fracture Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Does Dr. Nathe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nathe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 296-7846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nathe accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Nathe in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • Planned Administrators

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nathe's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Nathe's Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 200

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 296-7846

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    Dr. Kristen Nathe's Practice 2

    104 Saluda Pointe Dr

    Lexington, SC 29072

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

    Dr. Nathe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740577477.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nathe?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Nathe's specialty?

    Dr. Nathe is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Columbia, SC. 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. Nathe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Nathe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nathe is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Kristen Nathe accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Nathe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Nathe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nathe's office at (803) 296-7846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Nathe?

    Please contact Dr. Nathe's office at (803) 296-7846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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