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Dr. Joseph Longo Iii, MD

Scottsdale, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Longo Iii, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Longo Iii, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Longo Iii graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; C T Hayden Vet Affairs M C, General Surgery. Dr. Longo Iii is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Longo Iii’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Longo Iii’s office at (480) 941-5656.

    Where did Dr. Longo Iii go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; C T Hayden Vet Affairs M C, General Surgery | Maricopa Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Longo Iii board certified as an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Longo Iii, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Longo Iii speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Longo Iii typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Longo Iii 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. Longo Iii. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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

    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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Longo Iii typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Longo Iii 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. Longo Iii. 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
    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    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:

    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Acromioplasty)
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
    • Partial Acromion Removal
    • Acromionectomy
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Subacromial Decompression

    CPT Codes:

    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
    • 23130: Acromioplasty Or Acromionectomy, Partial, With Or Without Coracoacromial Ligament Release

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Does Dr. Longo Iii accept my insurance?

    Dr. Longo Iii accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 941-5656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Longo Iii accept in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Longo Iii in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Longo Iii's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Longo Iii's Primary Practice

    3300 N 75th St

    Scottsdale, AZ 85251

    (480) 941-5656

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    Dr. Joseph Longo Iii's Practice 2

    2853 S Sossaman Rd

    Mesa, AZ 85212

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    Dr. Joseph Longo Iii's Practice 3

    2225 W Southern Ave

    Mesa, AZ 85202

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

    Dr. Longo Iii's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861531089.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Longo Iii?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Longo Iii's specialty?

    Dr. Longo Iii is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Scottsdale, AZ.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Longo Iii affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Longo Iii is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Joseph Longo Iii accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Longo Iii is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Longo Iii offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Longo Iii's office at (480) 941-5656 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Longo Iii?

    Please contact Dr. Longo Iii's office at (480) 941-5656 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Longo Iii have?

    Dr. Joseph Longo Iii is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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