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Who is Dr. Flores, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Bellaire, TX?
Dr. Steven Flores, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellaire, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Flores completed his residency at Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, NFL Physic. Dr. Flores is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flores’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flores’s office at (713) 486-7500.
Where did Dr. Flores go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine-GME/Transitional Year Only | Baylor College of Medicine - Sports Medicine Fellowship
Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Flores speak?
Dr. Flores and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flores typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flores 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. Flores. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
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
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flores typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flores 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. Flores. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Does Dr. Flores accept my insurance?
Dr. Flores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flores accept in Bellaire, TX?
Dr. Flores in Bellaire, 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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Flores' office located?
Dr. Steven Flores' Primary Practice
5420 West Loop S Ste 2400
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 486-7500
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, NFL Physic
Member
What is Dr. Flores's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508063132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flores?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flores
What is Dr. Steven Flores's specialty?
Dr. Flores is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Bellaire, TX.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Steven Flores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flores is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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
When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven Flores accepting new patients in Bellaire, TX?
Yes, Dr. Steven Flores is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Flores offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (713) 486-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Flores?
Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (713) 486-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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