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Who is Dr. Puryear, Orthopedic Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Aki Puryear, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Puryear completed his residency at University Of Michigan Hospitals. Dr. Puryear is fluent in English, Albanian, Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Croatian, French, German, Italian, Korean, Moldavian, Moldovan, Pashto, Pushto, Romanian, Russian, Slavic languages, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puryear’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puryear’s office at (314) 678-2180.
Where did Dr. Puryear go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Michigan Hospitals
Is Dr. Puryear board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Aki Puryear, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Puryear speak?
Dr. Puryear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Arabic
Bengali
Burmese
Croatian
English
French
German
Italian
Korean
Moldavian
Moldovan
Pashto
Pushto
Romanian
Russian
Slavic languages
Somali
Spanish
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Puryear treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Puryear 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. Puryear. 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:
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis of the Mid-Lower Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Neuromuscular Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Teenage Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
- Adolescent Curved Spine
- Thoracolumbar Scoliosis
- Mid-Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Curved Thoracolumbar Spine
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Spinal Curve from Nerve/Muscle Issues
- Neurological Scoliosis
- Muscle-Related Spinal Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
- M4185: Other forms of scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M4140: Neuromuscular scoliosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
- Birth Defects
- Spinal birth defects
- Congenital spine abnormalities
- Vertebral malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spine Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Spinal Malformation
- Spinal Birth Defect
- Baby Back Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q675: Congenital deformity of spine
What procedures does Dr. Puryear perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Puryear 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. Puryear. 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:
- Closed Treatment of Forearm Bone Fractures (No Manipulation)
- Radial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Forearm Fracture Care
CPT Codes:
- 25560: Closed Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures; Without Manipulation
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
Does Dr. Puryear accept my insurance?
Dr. Puryear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 678-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puryear accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Puryear in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit Administrative Systems LLC
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Unified Group Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puryear's office located?
Dr. Aki Puryear's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(314) 678-2180
What is Dr. Puryear's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puryear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033138243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puryear?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puryear
What is Dr. Aki Puryear's specialty?
Dr. Puryear is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Puryear to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aki Puryear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puryear is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, IN, Columbus Regional Hospital, Marion Health, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital 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
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Is Aki Puryear accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Aki Puryear is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aki Puryear offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puryear's office at (314) 678-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aki Puryear?
Please contact Dr. Puryear's office at (314) 678-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aki Puryear have?
Dr. Aki Puryear is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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