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Dr. Christopher Makarewich, MD

Philadelphia, PA

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    Who is Dr. Makarewich, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Makarewich, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Makarewich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makarewich’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makarewich’s office at (801) 587-7109.

    What languages does Dr. Makarewich speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Makarewich treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Makarewich 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. Makarewich. 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:

    • Unequal Limb Length
    • Bone Disease
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Limb Length Discrepancy
    • Leg Length Inequality
    • Arm Length Difference

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
    • M21751: Unequal limb length (acquired), right femur

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Knock-Knee
    • Acquired Limb Deformity
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Knee Valgus Deformity
    • Genu Valgum
    • Knees Touching
    • Limb Shape Problems
    • Deformed Arm
    • Deformed Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21061: Valgus deformity, not elsewhere classified, right knee
    • M21862: Other specified acquired deformities of left lower leg

    Also known as:

    • Unequal Left Thigh Bone Length
    • Unequal Left Shin Bone Length
    • Unequal Right Shin Bone Length
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Femur Length Discrepancy
    • Left Thigh Bone Length Difference
    • Short Left Femur
    • Left Tibia Length Discrepancy
    • Left Shin Bone Length Difference
    • Short Left Tibia
    • Right Tibia Length Discrepancy
    • Right Shin Bone Length Difference
    • Short Right Tibia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21752: Unequal limb length (acquired), left femur
    • M21762: Unequal limb length (acquired), left tibia
    • M21761: Unequal limb length (acquired), right tibia

    Also known as:

    • Osteogenesis Imperfecta
    • Dentinogenesis imperfecta
    • Brittle bone disease
    • OI
    • Fragile bones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q780: Osteogenesis imperfecta

    Also known as:

    • Bowleg Deformity (Right Knee)
    • Bowleg Deformity (Left Knee)
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Varus Knee
    • Genu Varum Right Knee
    • Right Knee Bowing
    • Left Varus Knee
    • Genu Varum Left Knee
    • Left Knee Bowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21161: Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, right knee
    • M21162: Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Underdeveloped Thigh Bone at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Proximal femoral focal deficiency
    • Congenital femur defect
    • Femoral hypoplasia
    • Meromelia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7241: Longitudinal reduction defect of right femur

    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:

    • Achondroplasia
    • Dwarfism
    • Hypochondroplasia
    • Short-Limb Dwarfism
    • ACH
    • Bone Growth Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q774: Achondroplasia

    Also known as:

    • Knock-Knees
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Knee valgus deformity
    • Knees turned inward
    • Genu valgum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21062: Valgus deformity, not elsewhere classified, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Also known as:

    • Leg and Hip Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital lower limb malformation
    • Pelvic girdle defect
    • Leg and hip anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q742: Other congenital malformations of lower limb(s), including pelvic girdle

    Also known as:

    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease
    • Perthes Disease
    • Coxa Plana
    • Childhood Hip Avascular Necrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9111: Juvenile osteochondrosis of head of femur [Legg-Calve-Perthes], right leg

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Which procedures does Dr. Makarewich perform as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Makarewich may include:

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

    Does Dr. Makarewich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makarewich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 587-7109 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makarewich accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Makarewich in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • IHC / SelectHealth

    • Molina

    • State of Idaho

    • State of Utah

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Makarewich's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Makarewich's Primary Practice

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (801) 587-7109

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    Dr. Christopher Makarewich's Practice 2

    3100 Channing Way

    Idaho Falls, ID 83404

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    Dr. Christopher Makarewich's Practice 3

    2330 Desoto St

    Idaho Falls, ID 83404

    (208) 528-1455

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

    Dr. Makarewich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215279328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makarewich?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Makarewich's specialty?

    Dr. Makarewich is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Makarewich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Makarewich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Makarewich is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Primary Childrens Hospital. 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 Christopher Makarewich accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Makarewich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Makarewich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makarewich's office at (801) 587-7109 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Makarewich?

    Please contact Dr. Makarewich's office at (801) 587-7109 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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