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Dr. Erik Zachwieja, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Miami, FL

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zachwieja, Orthopedic Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Erik Zachwieja, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Zachwieja is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zachwieja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zachwieja’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Zachwieja speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Zachwieja typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Zachwieja 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. Zachwieja. 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
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left 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:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Zachwieja typically perform?

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

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    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 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 Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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)

    Does Dr. Zachwieja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zachwieja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zachwieja accept in Miami, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Amtrust North America

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicare

    • One Call Care Management

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zachwieja's office located?

    Dr. Erik Zachwieja's Primary Practice

    1611 NW 12th Ave

    Miami, FL 33136

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Erik Zachwieja?

    Dr. Zachwieja has appointments available at his Miami, FL office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Zachwieja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386061588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zachwieja?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Zachwieja's specialty?

    Dr. Zachwieja is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Miami, FL.

    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 Dr. Erik Zachwieja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zachwieja is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center 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 Dr. Erik Zachwieja accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Zachwieja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Zachwieja offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zachwieja, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Zachwieja?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zachwieja, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Zachwieja's office located?

    Dr. Zachwieja's office is located in Miami, FL.