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Who is Dr. Griffith, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Cullen Griffith, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Griffith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffith’s office at (203) 337-2600.
What languages does Dr. Griffith speak?
Dr. Griffith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Griffith typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Griffith 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. Griffith. 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.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Humerus
- Upper Arm Fracture
- Humerus Fracture
- Shoulder Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42231D: 3-part fracture of surgical neck of right humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52571A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Malleolus Fracture
- Lower Leg Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S8262XA: Displaced fracture of lateral malleolus of left fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Ankle Bone
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle fracture
- Fractured ankle
- Malleolus fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S8261XA: Displaced fracture of lateral malleolus of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Griffith typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Griffith 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. Griffith. 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.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Does Dr. Griffith accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 337-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffith accept in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Griffith in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Griffith's office located?
Dr. Cullen Griffith's Primary Practice
305 Black Rock Tpke
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 337-2600
What is Dr. Griffith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922331784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffith
What is Dr. Cullen Griffith's specialty?
Dr. Griffith is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fairfield, CT.
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. Cullen Griffith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffith is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Bridgeport Hospital, Stamford Health, Griffin Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Cullen Griffith accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Cullen Griffith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cullen Griffith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffith's office at (203) 337-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cullen Griffith?
Please contact Dr. Griffith's office at (203) 337-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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