Who is Dr. Smetzer, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in St Thomas, UM?
Dr. Bryce Smetzer is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in St Thomas, UM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smetzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smetzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smetzer’s office.
What languages does Dr. Smetzer speak?
Dr. Smetzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Smetzer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Smetzer 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. Smetzer. 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Smetzer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bryce Smetzer may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Smetzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smetzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Smetzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smetzer accept in St Thomas, UM?
Dr. Smetzer in St Thomas, UM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smetzer's office located?
What is Dr. Smetzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smetzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235799065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smetzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smetzer
What is Dr. Bryce Smetzer's specialty?
Dr. Smetzer is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near St Thomas, UM.
Is this Dr. Bryce Smetzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smetzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bryce Smetzer accepting new patients in St Thomas, UM?
Yes, Dr. Bryce Smetzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bryce Smetzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smetzer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bryce Smetzer?
Please contact Dr. Smetzer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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