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Dr. Michael Freehill, MD

Redwood City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Freehill, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Michael Freehill, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Freehill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freehill’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freehill’s office at (810) 227-9510.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Freehill?

    Dr. Michael Freehill, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Freehill empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Athletic Injuries - Amateur to Professional Level, Elbow Injuries, Rotator Cuff Injuries, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Instability, Shoulder Problems-Complex, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Redwood City/CA community, Dr. Freehill is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Freehill speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Freehill treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Freehill 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. Freehill. 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Left Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort
    • Aching left elbow
    • Sore left elbow
    • Left elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25521: Pain in right elbow
    • M25522: Pain in left elbow

    Also known as:

    • Right Bicep Tendinitis
    • Bicep Tendinitis
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Right biceps tendon inflammation
    • Right shoulder tendinitis
    • Right bicipital tendinopathy
    • Biceps Tendonitis
    • Shoulder Tendinitis
    • Bicipital Tendinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7521: Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder
    • M7522: Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Joint Instability
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Shoulder Joint Looseness
    • Weak Right Shoulder Joint
    • Right Shoulder Hypermobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25311: Other instability, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
    • Shoulder Joint Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Instability
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose left shoulder
    • Unstable left shoulder joint
    • Left shoulder hypermobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25312: Other instability, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Left Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left adhesive capsulitis
    • Left shoulder stiffness
    • Left shoulder periarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Shoulder Joint
    • Artificial Limbs
    • Left Shoulder Replacement
    • Left Shoulder Prosthesis
    • Left Shoulder Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96612: Presence of left artificial shoulder joint

    What procedures does Dr. Freehill perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Freehill 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. Freehill. 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:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    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:

    • Partial Collarbone Removal
    • Partial Claviculectomy
    • Collarbone Resection
    • Shoulder Bone Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23120: Claviculectomy; partial

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Stabilization with Coracoid Transfer
    • Latarjet Procedure
    • Coracoid Transfer Surgery
    • Anterior Capsulorrhaphy Shoulder
    • Shoulder Instability Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23462: Capsulorrhaphy, anterior, any type; with coracoid process transfer

    Also known as:

    • Upper Arm or Elbow Tendon/Muscle Repair
    • Bicep Tendon Repair
    • Elbow Muscle Surgery
    • Arm Tendon Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 24341: Repair, tendon or muscle, upper arm or elbow, each tendon or muscle, primary or secondary (excludes rotator cuff)

    Also known as:

    • Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
    • Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
    • Triceps tendon repair surgery
    • Tendon graft for arm

    CPT Codes:

    • 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Ligament Reconstruction with Tendon Graft (Tommy John Surgery)
    • Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction
    • UCL Reconstruction
    • Tommy John Surgery
    • Elbow Ligament Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 24346: Reconstruction medial collateral ligament, elbow, with tendon graft (includes harvesting of graft)

    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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Nerve Block
    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Thoracic fascial plane block
    • Chest pain injection
    • Nerve block for chest pain
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64466: Thoracic Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Freehill accept my insurance?

    Dr. Freehill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 227-9510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Freehill accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Freehill in Redwood City, 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Freehill's office located?

    Dr. Michael Freehill's Primary Practice

    420 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (810) 227-9510

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    Dr. Michael Freehill's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Dr. Michael Freehill's Practice 3

    24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Lbby A

    Ann Arbor, MI 48105

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

    Dr. Freehill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205973898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freehill?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Freehill's specialty?

    Dr. Freehill is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Redwood City, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Freehill to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Freehill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Freehill is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Freehill accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Freehill is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Freehill offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Freehill's office at (810) 227-9510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Freehill?

    Please contact Dr. Freehill's office at (810) 227-9510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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