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Who is Dr. El-Amin, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lawrenceville, GA?
Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lawrenceville, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. El-Amin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Amin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Amin’s office at (678) 257-7078.
What languages does Dr. El-Amin speak?
Dr. El-Amin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. El-Amin typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. El-Amin 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. El-Amin. 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:
- Sports Participation Health Examination
- Sports Safety
- Sports Physical
- Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
- Athletic Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport
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:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
- Glenoid labrum tear
- SLAP tear
- Shoulder cartilage tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
- S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. El-Amin typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. El-Amin 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. El-Amin. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Does Dr. El-Amin accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Amin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 257-7078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Amin accept in Lawrenceville, GA?
Dr. El-Amin in Lawrenceville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El-Amin's office located?
Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin's Primary Practice
2505 Newpoint Pkwy Ste 100
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
(678) 257-7078
What is Dr. El-Amin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Amin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972718328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Amin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Amin
What is Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin's specialty?
Dr. El-Amin is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Lawrenceville, GA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Amin is affiliated with Northside Hospital Duluth, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Saadiq Farid El-Amin accepting new patients in Lawrenceville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saadiq Farid El-Amin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Amin's office at (678) 257-7078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saadiq Farid El-Amin?
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