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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rutherford, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durham, NC?
Dr. Richard Rutherford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rutherford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutherford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutherford’s office at (919) 220-5255.
What languages does Dr. Rutherford speak?
Dr. Rutherford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rutherford treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Rutherford 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. Rutherford. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left 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
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- 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:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
What procedures does Dr. Rutherford perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Rutherford 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. Rutherford. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
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
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:
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Knee Joint Manipulation
- Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
- Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
- Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Rutherford accept my insurance?
Dr. Rutherford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 220-5255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rutherford accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Rutherford in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of North Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rutherford's office located?
Dr. Richard Rutherford's Primary Practice
120 William Penn Plz
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 220-5255
What is Dr. Rutherford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rutherford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104116227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutherford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rutherford
What is Dr. Richard Rutherford's specialty?
Dr. Rutherford is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Durham, NC. 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. Rutherford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Rutherford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rutherford is affiliated with North Carolina Specialty Hospital, WakeMed Cary Hospital, Duke University Hospital, UNC Health Rex 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 Richard Rutherford accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rutherford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Rutherford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rutherford's office at (919) 220-5255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Rutherford?
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