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Dr. Christopher Mudd, MD

Dr. Christopher Mudd, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mudd, Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Christopher Mudd, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mudd graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Mudd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mudd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mudd’s office.

    Where did Dr. Mudd go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mudd speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Mudd typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mudd 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. Mudd. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Mudd typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mudd 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. Mudd. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Does Dr. Mudd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mudd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mudd accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Mudd in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mudd's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Mudd's Primary Practice

    1050 Old des Peres Rd Ste 100

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

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    Dr. Christopher Mudd's Practice 2

    160 Richardson Xing

    Arnold, MO 63010

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    Dr. Christopher Mudd's Practice 3

    950 Francis Pl

    Clayton, MO 63105

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

    Dr. Mudd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518161355.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mudd?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Mudd's specialty?

    Dr. Mudd is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Dr. Christopher Mudd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mudd is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Anderson Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Dr. Christopher Mudd accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Mudd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mudd's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Mudd?

    Please contact Dr. Mudd's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mudd's office located?

    Dr. Mudd's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO, Arnold, MO, and Clayton, MO.