Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buttacavoli, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Frank Buttacavoli, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buttacavoli graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Buttacavoli is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buttacavoli’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buttacavoli’s office at (210) 450-9300.
Where did Dr. Buttacavoli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buttacavoli speak?
Dr. Buttacavoli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buttacavoli treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Buttacavoli 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. Buttacavoli. 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left 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
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Buttacavoli perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Buttacavoli 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. Buttacavoli. 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:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
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. Buttacavoli accept my insurance?
Dr. Buttacavoli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buttacavoli accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Buttacavoli in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community First Health Plans
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buttacavoli's office located?
Dr. Frank Buttacavoli's Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr Fl 3
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-9300
What is Dr. Buttacavoli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buttacavoli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487882346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buttacavoli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buttacavoli
What is Dr. Frank Buttacavoli's specialty?
Dr. Buttacavoli is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. 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. Buttacavoli to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frank Buttacavoli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buttacavoli is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Shannon Medical Center, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Frank Buttacavoli accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Frank Buttacavoli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Buttacavoli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buttacavoli's office at (210) 450-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Buttacavoli?
Please contact Dr. Buttacavoli's office at (210) 450-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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