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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Githens, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michael Githens, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Githens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Githens’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Githens’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Githens speak?
Dr. Githens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Githens treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Githens 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. Githens. 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:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Pelvis
- Fractures
- Pelvic Fracture
- Fractured Pelvis
- Pelvis Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32810A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32810D: Multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
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:
- Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
- Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Multiple Pelvic Fractures with Unstable Pelvic Ring
- Fractures
- Broken Pelvis
- Severe Pelvic Bone Breaks
- Unstable Pelvic Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32811A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with unstable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Stiff Left Elbow
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Left Elbow Rigidity
- Limited Left Elbow Movement
- Frozen Left Elbow
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25622: Stiffness of left elbow, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Githens perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Githens 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. Githens. 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:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, 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
Does Dr. Githens accept my insurance?
Dr. Githens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Githens accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Githens in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Workers Comp
Premera Blue Cross
State of North Carolina
State of Tennessee
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Githens' office located?
What is Dr. Githens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Githens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063738532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Githens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Githens
What is Dr. Michael Githens's specialty?
Dr. Githens is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Seattle, WA. Contact Dr. Githens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Githens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Githens is affiliated with Kadlec Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Michael Githens accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Githens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Githens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Githens's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Githens?
Please contact Dr. Githens's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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