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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hunter, Orthopedic Surgeon in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Michael Hunter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hunter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunter’s office at (949) 722-7038.
What languages does Dr. Hunter speak?
Dr. Hunter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Hunter typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hunter 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. Hunter. 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 here.
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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Hunter typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hunter 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. Hunter. 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 here.
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:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Does Dr. Hunter accept my insurance?
Dr. Hunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 722-7038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hunter accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Hunter in Newport Beach, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hunter's office located?
Dr. Michael Hunter's Primary Practice
22 Corporate Plaza Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 722-7038
What is Dr. Hunter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346622040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hunter
What is Dr. Michael Hunter's specialty?
Dr. Hunter is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Newport Beach, CA.
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 this Dr. Michael Hunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hunter is affiliated with Hoag Orthopaedic Institute, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Uci Medical Center 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 Michael Hunter accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hunter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hunter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (949) 722-7038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hunter?
Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (949) 722-7038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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