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Who is Dr. Turtle, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Joel Turtle, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Turtle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turtle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turtle’s office at (801) 662-5600.
What languages does Dr. Turtle speak?
Dr. Turtle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Turtle treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Turtle 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. Turtle. 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
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Neuromuscular Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
- Scoliosis from nerve problems
- Scoliosis from muscle problems
- Secondary scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Turtle perform as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Turtle may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turtle's office.
Does Dr. Turtle accept my insurance?
Dr. Turtle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 662-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turtle accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Turtle in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
IHC / SelectHealth
Molina
State of Idaho
State of Utah
UnitedHealthcare
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Turtle's office located?
Dr. Joel Turtle's Primary Practice
100 N Mario Capecchi Dr # 4550
Salt Lake City, UT 84113
(801) 662-5600
What is Dr. Turtle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turtle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336646876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turtle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turtle
What is Dr. Joel Turtle's specialty?
Dr. Turtle is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Salt Lake City, UT. 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. Turtle to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Turtle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Turtle is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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?
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Is Joel Turtle accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Joel Turtle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Turtle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turtle's office at (801) 662-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Turtle?
Please contact Dr. Turtle's office at (801) 662-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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