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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hughes, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. William Hughes, DO is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (502) 253-6699.
What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?
Dr. Hughes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- 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 Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Muscle Compartment Pressure Monitoring
- Interstitial Fluid Pressure Monitoring
- Compartment Syndrome Test
- Wick Catheter Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 20950: Monitoring of interstitial fluid pressure (includes insertion of device, eg, wick catheter technique, needle manometer technique) in detection of muscle compartment syndrome
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 253-6699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Hughes in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
Dr. William Hughes' Primary Practice
4201 Springhurst Blvd Ste 101
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 253-6699
What is Dr. Hughes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912266305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hughes
What is Dr. William Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Hughes is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Is this Dr. William Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin 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 William Hughes accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. William Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Hughes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (502) 253-6699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Hughes?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (502) 253-6699 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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