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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mathews, Orthopedic Surgeon in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Chelsea Mathews, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mathews is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mathews’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mathews’s office at (501) 686-8000.
What languages does Dr. Mathews speak?
Dr. Mathews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Mathews typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mathews 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. Mathews. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Mathews typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mathews 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. Mathews. 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:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Open Ankle Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Surgical Ankle Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
- 27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
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:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
Does Dr. Mathews accept my insurance?
Dr. Mathews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mathews accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Mathews in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Arkansas Municipal League
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mathews' office located?
Dr. Chelsea Mathews' Primary Practice
1 Childrens Way Ste 653
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 686-8000
What is Dr. Mathews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mathews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700204997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mathews
What is Dr. Chelsea Mathews's specialty?
Dr. Mathews is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Little Rock, AR.
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. Chelsea Mathews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mathews is affiliated with Uams Medical Center, St. Bernards 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 Chelsea Mathews accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Chelsea Mathews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chelsea Mathews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mathews's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chelsea Mathews?
Please contact Dr. Mathews's office at (501) 686-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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