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Dr. Christopher Mutty, MD

Dr. Christopher Mutty, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mutty, Orthopedic Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Christopher Mutty, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mutty graduated from UB School of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, ORTHOPAEDIC TRAUMA ASSOCIATION, and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Mutty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mutty’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mutty’s office at (716) 898-3000.

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

    • Fellowship: North Carolina Baptist Hospital | Wake Forest University, Orthopaedic Trauma, NC, USA | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

    • Residency: SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: UB School of Medicine | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Mutty board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Mutty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2010

    What languages does Dr. Mutty speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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 Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    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

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

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

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary 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:

    • Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Re-do Hip Replacement
    • Total Hip Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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. Mutty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mutty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 898-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mutty accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Mutty in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mutty's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Mutty's Primary Practice

    462 Grider St

    Buffalo, NY 14215

    (716) 898-3000

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    Dr. Christopher Mutty's Practice 2

    5959 Big Tree Rd

    Orchard Park, NY 14127

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    Dr. Christopher Mutty's Practice 3

    160 Farber Hall

    Buffalo, NY 14214

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Fellow

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

    Member

    ORTHOPAEDIC TRAUMA ASSOCIATION

    Member

    AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    Member

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

    Dr. Mutty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295934446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mutty?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Mutty's specialty?

    Dr. Mutty is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Buffalo, NY.

    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 Mutty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mutty is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General 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 Dr. Christopher Mutty accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Mutty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mutty's office at (716) 898-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Mutty's office at (716) 898-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mutty's office located?

    Dr. Mutty's offices are located in Buffalo, NY and Orchard Park, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Mutty have?

    Dr. Christopher Mutty is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.