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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hester, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Payne, AL?
Dr. Andrew Hester is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hester’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office at (256) 979-1550.
What languages does Dr. Hester speak?
Dr. Hester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hester treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:
- 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
- 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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Hester perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:
- 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?
Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 979-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Fort Payne, AL?
Dr. Hester in Fort Payne, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hester's office located?
Dr. Andrew Hester's Primary Practice
2605 Gault Ave N Ste 200
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 979-1550
What is Dr. Hester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831312438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hester
What is Dr. Andrew Hester's specialty?
Dr. Hester is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fort Payne, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Hester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Hester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hester is affiliated with DeKalb Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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 Andrew Hester accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Hester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Hester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (256) 979-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Hester?
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