EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, MD

Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, MD

St Petersburg, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fitzgerald, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fitzgerald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzgerald’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzgerald’s office at (727) 898-2663.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fitzgerald?

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fitzgerald empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fractures, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Spinal Disorders, Sports Medicine, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the St Petersburg/FL community, Dr. Fitzgerald is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Rady Children's Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Illiniois College of Medicine,Chicago,Il

    Is Dr. Fitzgerald board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2019

    What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fitzgerald treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Lower Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Child Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Lumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Lower Back Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M41126: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spine Deformity
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Backbone Deformity
    • Spinal Curvature Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M439: Deforming dorsopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Musculoskeletal Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone and Muscle Check-up
    • Joint Health Screening
    • Orthopedic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13828: Encounter for screening for other musculoskeletal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Spine Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital Spinal Malformation
    • Spinal Birth Defect
    • Baby Back Anomaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q675: Congenital deformity of spine

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Left Forearm Pain
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left forearm
    • Left forearm discomfort
    • Sore left forearm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79632: Pain in left forearm

    What procedures does Dr. Fitzgerald perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald. 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:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Bone Cut (Additional Segment)
    • Vertebral Osteotomy
    • Spine Reshaping Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 22216: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Spine Bone Cut (Osteotomy)
    • Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
    • Spinal Osteotomy Thoracic
    • Thoracic Vertebrae Reshaping
    • Posterior Spine Osteotomy
    • Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
    • Vertebral Bone Resection
    • Spine Realignment Surgery
    • Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 22212: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; thoracic
    • 22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Spinal Rod Placement
    • Long Segment Spinal Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware (Extensive)
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22844: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 13 or more vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Spinal Fusion for Deformity
    • Spinal Deformity Arthrodesis
    • Long Segment Spinal Fusion
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis
    • Major Spine Fusion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22804: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 13 or more vertebral segments

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Application of Risser Cast or Brace
    • Risser Jacket Application
    • Spinal Cast
    • Scoliosis Brace Application
    • Body Cast for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Fitzgerald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fitzgerald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 898-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzgerald accept in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Fitzgerald in St Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • MedImpact

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • ZF TRW

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Fitzgerald's office located?

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald's Primary Practice

    625 6th Ave S Ste 450

    St Petersburg, FL 33701

    (727) 898-2663

    Get Directions

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald's Practice 2

    11725 Illinois St Ste 520

    Carmel, IN 46032

    Get Directions

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald's Practice 3

    705 Riley Hospital Dr Ste 1245

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Fitzgerald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063702314.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald?

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

    What is Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald's specialty?

    Dr. Fitzgerald is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near St Petersburg, FL. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Fitzgerald to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fitzgerald is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Johns Hopkins All Children's 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Explore Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ryan Fitzgerald accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (727) 898-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ryan Fitzgerald?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (727) 898-2663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald have?

    Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Other Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Near St Petersburg, FL

    Dr. Gregory Hahn, MD

    Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    St Petersburg, FL
    Dr. Jeffrey Neustadt, MD

    Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Saint Petersburg, FL
    Dr. Paul Benfanti, MD

    Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    St Petersburg, FL
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists