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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Orfanos, Orthopedic Surgeon in Providence, RI?
Dr. Alexander Orfanos, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. Dr. Orfanos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Orfanos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Orfanos’s office at (401) 457-1500.
What languages does Dr. Orfanos speak?
Dr. Orfanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Orfanos typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Orfanos 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. Orfanos. 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 left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Orfanos typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Orfanos 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. Orfanos. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Orfanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Orfanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 457-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Orfanos accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Orfanos in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Orfanos' office located?
Dr. Alexander Orfanos' Primary Practice
2 Dudley St Ste 200
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 457-1500
What is Dr. Orfanos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Orfanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033601968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Orfanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Orfanos
What is Dr. Alexander Orfanos's specialty?
Dr. Orfanos is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Providence, RI.
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. Alexander Orfanos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Orfanos is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Concord Hospital – Laconia 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 Alexander Orfanos accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Orfanos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Orfanos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Orfanos's office at (401) 457-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Orfanos?
Please contact Dr. Orfanos's office at (401) 457-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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