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Dr. Gustavo Godoy, MD

Terrytown, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Godoy, Orthopedic Surgeon in Terrytown, LA?

    Dr. Gustavo Godoy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Terrytown, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Godoy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Godoy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Godoy’s office at (504) 347-5421.

    What languages does Dr. Godoy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Godoy treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Godoy 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. Godoy. 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Aftercare for Knee Prosthesis Removal
    • Knee implant removal aftercare
    • Post-knee explantation care
    • Knee replacement revision aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4733: Aftercare following explantation of knee joint prosthesis

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right 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

    Also known as:

    • Knee Joint Stiffness
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Stiff Knee
    • Knee Ankylosis
    • Knee Joint Fusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M24661: Ankylosis, right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Godoy perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Godoy 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. Godoy. 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
    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Godoy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Godoy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 347-5421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Godoy accept in Terrytown, LA?

    Dr. Godoy in Terrytown, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Godoy's office located?

    Dr. Gustavo Godoy's Primary Practice

    2600 Belle Chasse Hwy Ste I

    Terrytown, LA 70056

    (504) 347-5421

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    Dr. Gustavo Godoy's Practice 2

    4633 Wichers Dr

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 347-5421

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    Dr. Gustavo Godoy's Practice 3

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Godoy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104185958.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Godoy?

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

    What is Dr. Gustavo Godoy's specialty?

    Dr. Godoy is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Terrytown, LA. 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. Godoy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gustavo Godoy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Godoy is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish 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 Gustavo Godoy accepting new patients in Terrytown, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Gustavo Godoy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gustavo Godoy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Godoy's office at (504) 347-5421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Godoy?

    Please contact Dr. Godoy's office at (504) 347-5421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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