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Dr. George Sutherland, MD

Savannah, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sutherland, Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. George Sutherland, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sutherland is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sutherland’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sutherland’s office at (912) 644-5300.

    What languages does Dr. Sutherland speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sutherland treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Sutherland 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. Sutherland. 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 the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon
    • Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
    • Right partial shoulder tendon tear
    • Right rotator cuff strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    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:

    • Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right shoulder problem
    • Right shoulder arthropathy
    • Right shoulder joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25811: Other specified joint disorders, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Complex 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:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Sutherland perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. George Sutherland may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sutherland's office.

    Does Dr. Sutherland accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sutherland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 644-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sutherland accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Sutherland in Savannah, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sutherland's office located?

    Dr. George Sutherland's Primary Practice

    210 E Derenne Ave

    Savannah, GA 31405

    (912) 644-5300

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    Dr. George Sutherland's Practice 2

    102 Rocky Ford Rd

    Sylvania, GA 30467

    (912) 564-5236

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    Dr. George Sutherland's Practice 3

    119 Victory Dr # B

    Swainsboro, GA 30401

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

    Dr. Sutherland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518177559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sutherland?

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

    What is Dr. George Sutherland's specialty?

    Dr. Sutherland is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Savannah, GA. 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. Sutherland to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Sutherland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sutherland is affiliated with Optim Medical Center - Tattnall 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 George Sutherland accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. George Sutherland is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Sutherland offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sutherland's office at (912) 644-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Sutherland?

    Please contact Dr. Sutherland's office at (912) 644-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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