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Who is Dr. Adolfsen, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Stephen Adolfsen, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in East Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Adolfsen graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Adolfsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adolfsen’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adolfsen’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Adolfsen?
Dr. Stephen Adolfsen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Adolfsen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lower Limb Surgery in Children, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Spinal Deformity-Pediatric, Trauma-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Brunswick/NJ community, Dr. Adolfsen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Adolfsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Adolfsen board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Adolfsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Adolfsen speak?
Dr. Adolfsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Adolfsen treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Adolfsen 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. Adolfsen. 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:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
- Child Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Unequal Limb Length
- Bone Disease
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Leg Length Inequality
- Arm Length Difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
Also known as:
- Acquired Limb Deformity
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Limb Shape Problems
- Deformed Arm
- Deformed Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21869: Other specified acquired deformities of unspecified lower leg
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
What procedures does Dr. Adolfsen perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Adolfsen 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. Adolfsen. 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:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
- Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Closed Treatment of Forearm Bone Fractures (No Manipulation)
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
- Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
- Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
- Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Radial Neck Fracture Care
- Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
- Forearm Bone Fracture Treatment
- Radial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Forearm Fracture Care
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
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
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
- 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
- 24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
- 25560: Closed Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures; Without Manipulation
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Wire Placement
- Posterior Spinal Instrumentation
- Vertebral Segment Fixation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22843: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion for Deformity (7-12 Segments)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Spine Deformity Correction Surgery
- Multi-Segment Spinal Fusion
- Scoliosis Surgery (Fusion)
CPT Codes:
- 22802: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 7 to 12 vertebral segments
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
- Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
- Shin Bone Fracture Care
CPT Codes:
- 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
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:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Cut (Additional Segment)
- Vertebral Osteotomy
- Spine Reshaping Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22216: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Does Dr. Adolfsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Adolfsen 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. Adolfsen accept in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Adolfsen in East Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmWINS Group
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Adolfsen's office located?
What is Dr. Adolfsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adolfsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790993228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adolfsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adolfsen
What is Dr. Stephen Adolfsen's specialty?
Dr. Adolfsen is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near East Brunswick, NJ. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Adolfsen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Adolfsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adolfsen is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Stephen Adolfsen accepting new patients in East Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Adolfsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Adolfsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adolfsen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Adolfsen?
Please contact Dr. Adolfsen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Adolfsen have?
Dr. Stephen Adolfsen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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