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Dr. Paul Dougherty, MD

Dr. Paul Dougherty, MD

Ocala, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dougherty, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ocala, FL?

    Dr. Paul Dougherty, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ocala, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dougherty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dougherty’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dougherty’s office at (313) 745-4230.

    Where did Dr. Dougherty go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Dougherty board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Dougherty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dougherty speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dougherty treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Dougherty perform?

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

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    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:

    • 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:

    • Open Repair of Tibial Plateau Fracture
    • Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Knee Fracture Repair
    • Tibial Plateau Fixation
    • Broken Shin Bone Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27535: Open treatment of tibial fracture, proximal (plateau); unicondylar, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Open Thigh Bone Fracture Repair (Knee End)
    • Distal femoral condyle fracture repair
    • Open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) femur
    • Thigh bone break surgery near knee

    CPT Codes:

    • 27514: Open treatment of femoral fracture, distal end, medial or lateral condyle, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Dougherty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dougherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 745-4230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dougherty accept in Ocala, FL?

    Dr. Dougherty in Ocala, FL 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?

    Dr. Paul Dougherty's Primary Practice

    3845 SE Lake Weir Ave

    Ocala, FL 34480

    (313) 745-4230

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    Dr. Paul Dougherty's Practice 2

    655 W 8th St

    Jacksonville, FL 32209

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    Dr. Paul Dougherty's Practice 3

    4201 Saint Antoine St Ste 6A

    Detroit, MI 48201

    (313) 745-4230

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

    Dr. Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639382328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dougherty?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Dougherty's specialty?

    Dr. Dougherty is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Ocala, FL. 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. Dougherty to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Dougherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dougherty is affiliated with UF Health Jacksonville 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 Paul Dougherty accepting new patients in Ocala, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Dougherty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Dougherty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (313) 745-4230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Dougherty?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (313) 745-4230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Dougherty have?

    Dr. Paul Dougherty is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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