26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Nakken, Orthopedic Surgeon in Cedar City, UT?
Dr. Robert Nakken, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cedar City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Nakken graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Nakken is fluent in English and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakken’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakken’s office at (435) 586-6962.
Where did Dr. Nakken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Nakken board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Nakken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nakken speak?
Dr. Nakken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swedish
What conditions does Dr. Nakken treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nakken 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. Nakken. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Nakken perform?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nakken 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. Nakken. 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
Does Dr. Nakken accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (435) 586-6962 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakken accept in Cedar City, UT?
Dr. Nakken in Cedar City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Southeast IN Health Org
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nakken's office located?
Dr. Robert Nakken's Primary Practice
166 W 1325 N Ste 150
Cedar City, UT 84721
(435) 586-6962
What is Dr. Nakken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033244207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakken
What is Dr. Robert Nakken's specialty?
Dr. Nakken is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Cedar City, UT. 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. Nakken to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Nakken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nakken is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cedar City Hospital, Milford Memorial Hospital, Garfield Memorial Hospital. 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 Robert Nakken accepting new patients in Cedar City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Robert Nakken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Nakken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakken's office at (435) 586-6962 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Nakken?
Please contact Dr. Nakken's office at (435) 586-6962 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Nakken have?
Dr. Robert Nakken is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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