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Dr. Ricardo Matos, MD

Elkins Park, PA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matos, Orthopedic Surgeon in Elkins Park, PA?

    Dr. Ricardo Matos, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elkins Park, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Matos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matos’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matos’s office at (954) 942-0321.

    Where did Dr. Matos go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Ponce Med School

    What languages does Dr. Matos speak?

    Dr. Matos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Matos treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Matos 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. Matos. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Which procedures does Dr. Matos perform as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Matos may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Matos' office.

    Does Dr. Matos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 942-0321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Matos accept in Elkins Park, PA?

    Dr. Matos in Elkins Park, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Matos' office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Matos' Primary Practice

    60 Township Line Rd

    Elkins Park, PA 19027

    (954) 942-0321

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    Dr. Ricardo Matos' Practice 2

    G-01 Einstein Endocrinology Associates

    Elkins Park, PA 19027

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    Dr. Ricardo Matos' Practice 3

    9880 Bustleton Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19115

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    What is Dr. Matos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Matos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134148067.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matos?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matos

    What is Dr. Ricardo Matos's specialty?

    Dr. Matos is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Elkins Park, PA. 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. Matos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ricardo Matos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matos is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Bucks 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 Ricardo Matos accepting new patients in Elkins Park, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Matos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Matos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matos's office at (954) 942-0321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Matos?

    Please contact Dr. Matos's office at (954) 942-0321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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