Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slechta, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sylva, NC?
Where did Dr. Slechta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Slechta board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Slechta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Slechta speak?
Dr. Slechta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Slechta typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Slechta 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. Slechta. 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 both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Slechta typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Slechta 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. Slechta. 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 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. Slechta accept my insurance?
Dr. Slechta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 586-5531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slechta accept in Sylva, NC?
Dr. Slechta in Sylva, 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
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Slechta's office located?
Dr. Ryan Slechta's Primary Practice
80 Healthcare Dr Ste 203
Sylva, NC 28779
(828) 586-5531
What hospitals are Dr. Slechta affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Slechta has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Slechta's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slechta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346461183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slechta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slechta