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Dr. Charles Pitts, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pitts, Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Charles Pitts, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office at (704) 323-3668.

    What languages does Dr. Pitts speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pitts treat?

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

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Unstable Right Ankle Joint
    • Unstable Left Ankle Joint
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Joint Instability
    • Wobbly Right Ankle
    • Loose Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Joint Instability
    • Wobbly Left Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25371: Other instability, right ankle
    • M25372: Other instability, left ankle

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Big Toe
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Rigidus
    • Big Toe Arthritis
    • Frozen Big Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot
    • M2022: Hallux rigidus, left foot

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendinitis
    • Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Heel Cord Tendinitis
    • Ankle Tendinitis
    • Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
    • PTT Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
    • M76822: Posterior tibial tendinitis, left leg

    Also known as:

    • Bunion
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Valgus
    • Big Toe Deformity
    • Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot

    What procedures does Dr. Pitts perform?

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

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
    • Keyhole Ankle Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
    • Ankle Bone Defect Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Repair (Both Collateral Ligaments)
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure
    • Ankle Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Disrupted Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Sprain Surgery
    • Lateral and Medial Ankle Ligament Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
    • 27696: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; both collateral ligaments

    Also known as:

    • Heel Bone Removal
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Tarsal Tunnel Release
    • Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
    • Calcaneus Ostectomy
    • Heel Bone Resection
    • Foot Bone Removal
    • Calcaneal Bone Excision
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
    • Posterior Tibial Nerve Decompression
    • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
    • Nerve Release in Foot
    • Foot Nerve Decompression
    • Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
    • Big toe joint debridement
    • First MTP joint release

    CPT Codes:

    • 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
    • 28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
    • 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Partial Foot Bone Removal
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction
    • Talus Bone Excision
    • Calcaneus Bone Excision
    • Foot Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
    • 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus

    Also known as:

    • Minor Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Small Bone Graft
    • Dowel Bone Graft
    • Button Bone Graft
    • Autograft (Small)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
    • Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
    • Graft for Achilles Tendon
    • Re-repair Achilles Tendon
    • Ankle Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Midfoot Joint Dislocation Repair
    • Tarsometatarsal joint dislocation open reduction
    • Lisfranc injury repair
    • Midfoot dislocation surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28615: Open treatment of tarsometatarsal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Foot Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Tendon repair foot
    • Flexor tendon surgery
    • Foot tendon reconstruction
    • Ankle tendon repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28200: Repair, tendon, flexor, foot; primary or secondary, without free graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 323-3668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pitts accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Pitts in Birmingham, 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

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?

    Dr. Charles Pitts' Primary Practice

    805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (704) 323-3668

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    Dr. Charles Pitts' Practice 2

    3014 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr Ste 144

    Hueytown, AL 35023

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    Dr. Charles Pitts' Practice 3

    2980 Highway 78 E

    Jasper, AL 35501

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

    Dr. Pitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114380193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitts?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Pitts's specialty?

    Dr. Pitts is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Birmingham, 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. Pitts to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Pitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pitts is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Charles Pitts accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Pitts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Pitts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (704) 323-3668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Pitts?

    Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (704) 323-3668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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