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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanderbrook, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vanderbrook is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderbrook’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderbrook’s office at (610) 279-6868.
What languages does Dr. Vanderbrook speak?
Dr. Vanderbrook and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vanderbrook typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vanderbrook 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. Vanderbrook. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vanderbrook typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vanderbrook 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. Vanderbrook. 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:
- 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
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
Does Dr. Vanderbrook accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanderbrook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 279-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderbrook accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Vanderbrook in Wilkes Barre, PA 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)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vanderbrook's office located?
Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook's Primary Practice
1175 E Mountain Blvd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(610) 279-6868
Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook's Practice 3
420 W Linfield Trappe Rd Ste 2000
Limerick, PA 19468
What is Dr. Vanderbrook's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanderbrook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770927741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderbrook?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanderbrook
What is Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook's specialty?
Dr. Vanderbrook is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Douglas Vanderbrook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanderbrook is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community 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 Douglas Vanderbrook accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Vanderbrook offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanderbrook's office at (610) 279-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Vanderbrook?
Please contact Dr. Vanderbrook's office at (610) 279-6868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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