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Dr. Brian Pienkos, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Rutherfordton, NC
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pienkos, Orthopedic Surgeon in Rutherfordton, NC?
Dr. Brian Pienkos, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rutherfordton, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pienkos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pienkos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pienkos’s office.
Is Dr. Pienkos board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Pienkos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pienkos speak?
Dr. Pienkos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Pienkos typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Pienkos 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. Pienkos. 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 the left 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal Knee Derangement
- Knee Joint Problem
- Knee Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Pienkos typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Pienkos 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. Pienkos. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Pienkos accept my insurance?
Dr. Pienkos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pienkos accept in Rutherfordton, NC?
Dr. Pienkos in Rutherfordton, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pienkos' office located?
What is Dr. Pienkos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pienkos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376759811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pienkos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pienkos
What is Dr. Brian Pienkos's specialty?
Dr. Pienkos is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Rutherfordton, NC.
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. Brian Pienkos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pienkos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rutherford Regional Health System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Brian Pienkos accepting new patients in Rutherfordton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Pienkos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Pienkos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pienkos's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Pienkos?
Please contact Dr. Pienkos's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Pienkos have?
Dr. Brian Pienkos is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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