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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zuelzer, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. David Zuelzer, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zuelzer graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond. Dr. Zuelzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zuelzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zuelzer’s office at (859) 323-5533.
Where did Dr. Zuelzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Zuelzer speak?
Dr. Zuelzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Zuelzer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Zuelzer 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. Zuelzer. 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:
- 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture near Knee
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Shin Bone near Knee
- Upper Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82141D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
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:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Heel Fracture
- Fractures
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Heel Bone
- Calcaneus Fracture
- Foot Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S92001D: Unspecified fracture of right calcaneus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Zuelzer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Zuelzer 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. Zuelzer. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
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. Zuelzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Zuelzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-5533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zuelzer accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Zuelzer in Lexington, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zuelzer's office located?
What is Dr. Zuelzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zuelzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548676265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zuelzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zuelzer
What is Dr. David Zuelzer's specialty?
Dr. Zuelzer is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Lexington, KY.
Is this Dr. David Zuelzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zuelzer is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Careplex 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 David Zuelzer accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. David Zuelzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Zuelzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zuelzer's office at (859) 323-5533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Zuelzer?
Please contact Dr. Zuelzer's office at (859) 323-5533 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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