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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Appleton, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in East Wareham, MA?
Dr. Paul Appleton, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in East Wareham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Appleton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appleton’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appleton’s office at (617) 732-5322.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Appleton?
Dr. Paul Appleton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Trauma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Appleton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Wareham, MA community, Dr. Appleton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Appleton speak?
Dr. Appleton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Appleton typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Appleton 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. Appleton. 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:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82852D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Appleton typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Appleton 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. Appleton. 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:
- 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:
- Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
- Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
- Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
- Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
- Hip Pinning Surgery
- Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement
- Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
- Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
- Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement
- 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Does Dr. Appleton accept my insurance?
Dr. Appleton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appleton accept in East Wareham, MA?
Dr. Appleton in East Wareham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Appleton's office located?
Dr. Paul Appleton's Primary Practice
3119 Cranberry Hwy Ste 5
East Wareham, MA 02538
(617) 732-5322
What is Dr. Appleton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831180645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appleton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appleton
What is Dr. Paul Appleton's specialty?
Dr. Appleton is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near East Wareham, MA.
Is this Dr. Paul Appleton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appleton is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Paul Appleton accepting new patients in East Wareham, MA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Appleton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Appleton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appleton's office at (617) 732-5322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Appleton?
Please contact Dr. Appleton's office at (617) 732-5322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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