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Dr. Gareth Hammond, MD

Durango, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hammond, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Gareth Hammond, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durango, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hammond completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammond’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office at (562) 591-4444.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?

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

    • English
    • German

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

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

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

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

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 591-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hammond accept in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Hammond in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?

    Dr. Gareth Hammond's Primary Practice

    575 Rivergate Ln Unit 105

    Durango, CO 81301

    (562) 591-4444

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    Dr. Gareth Hammond's Practice 2

    1266 Escalante Dr Ste 101

    Durango, CO 81303

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hammond affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hammond has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Animas Surgical Hospital At Rivergate,Durango, CO
    Pagosa Springs Medical Center,Pagosa Springs, CO
    Rio Grande Hospital,Del Norte, CO

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

    Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134246150.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?

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

    What is Dr. Gareth Hammond's specialty?

    Dr. Hammond is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Durango, CO.

    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. Gareth Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hammond is affiliated with Southwest Health System - Cortez which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Gareth Hammond accepting new patients in Durango, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gareth Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gareth Hammond offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (562) 591-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gareth Hammond?

    Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (562) 591-4444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?

    Dr. Hammond's office is located in Durango, CO.