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Dr. Christopher Parks, MD

Wilmington, NC

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    Who is Dr. Parks, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Christopher Parks, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Parks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parks’s office at (910) 332-3800.

    What languages does Dr. Parks speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Parks treat?

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

    • Fracture of the Lower Radius
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Distal Radius Fracture
    • Broken Wrist
    • Radius Fracture near Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52571A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Hip Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Broken Upper Arm Bone
    • Fractures
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Humerus Fracture
    • Fractured Upper Arm Bone
    • Upper Arm Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42202A: Unspecified fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S42201A: Unspecified fracture of upper end of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Parks perform?

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

    • 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:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Open Repair of Complex Ankle Fracture
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle ORIF (Trimalleolar)
    • Broken Ankle Fixation
    • Posterior Malleolus Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 27823: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; with fixation of posterior lip

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
    • Clavicle Fracture Surgery
    • Collarbone Fixation
    • Open Clavicle Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
    • Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
    • Wrist Bone Fixation
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair
    • Wrist Fracture Surgery
    • Radial Bone Fracture Repair
    • Distal Radius Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
    • 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
    • Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
    • Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
    • Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Broken Kneecap
    • Patellar fracture open reduction
    • Kneecap internal fixation
    • Patellectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 27524: Open treatment of patellar fracture, with internal fixation and/or partial or complete patellectomy and soft tissue repair

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
    • SI Joint Fusion (MIS)
    • Percutaneous Sacroiliac Arthrodesis
    • Image-Guided SI Joint Fusion
    • Sacroiliac Joint Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 27279: Arthrodesis, Sacroiliac Joint, Percutaneous Or Minimally Invasive (Indirect Visualization), With Image Guidance, Includes Obtaining Bone Graft When Performed, And Placement Of Transfixation Device

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation
    • Open Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Pilon Fracture Repair
    • Ankle Fracture Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27827: Open treatment of fracture of weight bearing articular surface/portion of distal tibia (eg, pilon or tibial plafond), with internal fixation, when performed; of tibia only

    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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Parks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 332-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parks accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Parks in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Parks' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Parks' Primary Practice

    2716 Ashton Dr

    Wilmington, NC 28412

    (910) 332-3800

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    Dr. Christopher Parks' Practice 2

    2701 Pickett Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. Christopher Parks' Practice 3

    3787 Shipyard Blvd

    Wilmington, NC 28403

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

    Dr. Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689992745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parks?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Parks's specialty?

    Dr. Parks is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, NC. 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. Parks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Parks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Parks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Parks accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Parks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Parks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parks's office at (910) 332-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Parks?

    Please contact Dr. Parks's office at (910) 332-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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