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Dr. Robert Nakken, MD

Dr. Robert Nakken, MD

Cedar City, UT

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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nakken typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nakken typically perform?

    As an 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. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    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

    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

    • Assurant

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    Dr. Robert Nakken's Practice 2

    700 S Highway 99 Ste 3

    Fillmore, UT 84631

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    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.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    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. 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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