Dr. Paul Lafferty, MD
Minneapolis, MN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafferty, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Paul Lafferty, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lafferty graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases. Dr. Lafferty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafferty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafferty’s office at (952) 456-7000.
Where did Dr. Lafferty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Orthopaedic Traumatology: Regions Hospital/UMN Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship
Residency: NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Lafferty board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Lafferty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lafferty speak?
Dr. Lafferty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lafferty typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lafferty 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. Lafferty. 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lafferty typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lafferty 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. Lafferty. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Does Dr. Lafferty accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafferty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 456-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafferty accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Lafferty in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthPartners
Jefferson Health
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lafferty's office located?
Dr. Paul Lafferty's Primary Practice
2450 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(952) 456-7000
What is Dr. Lafferty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafferty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578756508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafferty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafferty
What is Dr. Paul Lafferty's specialty?
Dr. Lafferty is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Minneapolis, MN.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Paul Lafferty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafferty is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, United Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Cambridge Medical Center 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 Paul Lafferty accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Paul Lafferty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Lafferty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (952) 456-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Lafferty?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (952) 456-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Lafferty have?
Dr. Paul Lafferty is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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