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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakish, Orthopedic Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Samer Kakish is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kakish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakish’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakish’s office at (505) 272-4107.
What languages does Dr. Kakish speak?
Dr. Kakish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kakish typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kakish 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. Kakish. 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kakish typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kakish 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. Kakish. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Kakish accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-4107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakish accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Kakish in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kakish's office located?
Dr. Samer Kakish's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-4107
What is Dr. Kakish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053796391.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakish
What is Dr. Samer Kakish's specialty?
Dr. Kakish is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Samer Kakish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakish is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital 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 Samer Kakish accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Samer Kakish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Kakish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakish's office at (505) 272-4107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Kakish?
Please contact Dr. Kakish's office at (505) 272-4107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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