Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum, MD
Stockbridge, GA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nussenbaum, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stockbridge, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nussenbaum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nussenbaum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nussenbaum’s office at (770) 892-0273.
What languages does Dr. Nussenbaum speak?
Dr. Nussenbaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nussenbaum typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nussenbaum 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. Nussenbaum. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nussenbaum typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nussenbaum 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. Nussenbaum. 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 here.
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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
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. Nussenbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Nussenbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 892-0273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nussenbaum accept in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Nussenbaum in Stockbridge, GA 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 Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nussenbaum's office located?
Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum's Primary Practice
135 N Park Pl Ste 101
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(770) 892-0273
What is Dr. Nussenbaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nussenbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205274800.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nussenbaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nussenbaum
What is Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum's specialty?
Dr. Nussenbaum is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Stockbridge, GA.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nussenbaum is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 Fernando Nussenbaum accepting new patients in Stockbridge, GA?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Nussenbaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nussenbaum's office at (770) 892-0273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Nussenbaum?
Please contact Dr. Nussenbaum's office at (770) 892-0273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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