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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Casscells, Orthopedic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Nicholas Casscells is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Casscells is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Casscells’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Casscells’s office at (202) 444-0272.
What languages does Dr. Casscells speak?
Dr. Casscells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Casscells typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Casscells 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. Casscells. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82891A: Other fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Unstable Right Ankle Joint
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Loose Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Joint Instability
- Wobbly Right Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25371: Other instability, right ankle
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Broken Left Lower Leg
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Fibula Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82892A: Other fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Casscells typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Casscells 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. Casscells. 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:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones 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:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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. Casscells accept my insurance?
Dr. Casscells accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-0272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Casscells accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Casscells in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Casscells?
Dr. Casscells has appointments available at his Washington, DC office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Casscells's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Casscells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811330996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Casscells?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Casscells
What is Dr. Nicholas Casscells's specialty?
Dr. Casscells is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Washington, DC.
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. Nicholas Casscells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Casscells is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital 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 Nicholas Casscells accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Casscells is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Casscells offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Casscells, or call (202) 444-0272 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Casscells?
Yes, Dr. Casscells offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Casscells, or call (202) 444-0272 for more information.
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