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Dr. Timothy Frerichs, MD
Mobile, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Frerichs, Orthopedic Surgeon in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Timothy Frerichs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Frerichs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frerichs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frerichs’s office.
What languages does Dr. Frerichs speak?
Dr. Frerichs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Frerichs typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frerichs 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. Frerichs. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
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:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Frerichs typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frerichs 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. Frerichs. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
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])
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Does Dr. Frerichs accept my insurance?
Dr. Frerichs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frerichs accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Frerichs in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Frerichs' office located?
What is Dr. Frerichs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frerichs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194911537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frerichs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frerichs
What is Dr. Timothy Frerichs's specialty?
Dr. Frerichs is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Mobile, AL.
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. Timothy Frerichs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frerichs is affiliated with South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 Timothy Frerichs accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Frerichs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Frerichs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frerichs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Frerichs?
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