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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purcell, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Richard Purcell, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Purcell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purcell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purcell’s office at (301) 295-4611.
What languages does Dr. Purcell speak?
Dr. Purcell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Purcell typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Purcell 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. Purcell. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Purcell typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Purcell 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. Purcell. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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. Purcell accept my insurance?
Dr. Purcell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 295-4611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purcell accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Purcell in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purcell's office located?
Dr. Richard Purcell's Primary Practice
1400 George Dieter Dr Ste 100
El Paso, TX 79936
(301) 295-4611
What is Dr. Purcell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purcell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821351842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purcell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purcell
What is Dr. Richard Purcell's specialty?
Dr. Purcell is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near El Paso, TX.
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. Richard Purcell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purcell is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, Christus Health, Plains Regional Medical Center, University Medical Center Of El Paso 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 Richard Purcell accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Purcell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Purcell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purcell's office at (301) 295-4611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Purcell?
Please contact Dr. Purcell's office at (301) 295-4611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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