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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laratta, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Laratta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laratta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laratta’s office at (502) 413-5777.
What languages does Dr. Laratta speak?
Dr. Laratta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Laratta typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Laratta 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. Laratta. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
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:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Laratta typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Laratta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laratta accept my insurance?
Dr. Laratta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 413-5777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laratta accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Laratta in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
SIHO Holding
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Laratta's office located?
Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta's Primary Practice
1169 Eastern Pkwy Ste 400
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 413-5777
What is Dr. Laratta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laratta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346506052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laratta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laratta
What is Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta's specialty?
Dr. Laratta is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Louisville, KY.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laratta is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, Baptist Health Paducah, Deaconess Midtown 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Lawrence Laratta accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lawrence Laratta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laratta's office at (502) 413-5777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lawrence Laratta?
Please contact Dr. Laratta's office at (502) 413-5777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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