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Dr. David Fitz, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon

Lake Forest, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fitz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. David Fitz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitz’s office at (360) 254-6161.

    What languages does Dr. Fitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Fitz typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fitz 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. Fitz. 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 both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    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:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Fitz typically perform?

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
    • Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (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

    Does Dr. Fitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 254-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fitz accept in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. Fitz in Lake Forest, IL 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fitz's office located?

    Dr. David Fitz's Primary Practice

    1200 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100

    Lake Forest, IL 60045

    (360) 254-6161

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    Dr. David Fitz's Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Fitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316289135.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitz?

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

    What is Dr. David Fitz's specialty?

    Dr. Fitz is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Lake Forest, IL.

    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 Dr. David Fitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fitz is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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 Dr. David Fitz accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?

    Yes, Dr. David Fitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Fitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fitz's office at (360) 254-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Fitz?

    Please contact Dr. Fitz's office at (360) 254-6161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fitz's office located?

    Dr. Fitz's offices are located in Lake Forest, IL and Chicago, IL.