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Dr. Christopher Phelps, MD

San Antonio, TX

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Phelps, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Phelps, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Phelps graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. Dr. Phelps is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phelps’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phelps’s office at (210) 545-7171.

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

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Phelps speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • 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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

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

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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
    • 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

    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
    • 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. Phelps accept my insurance?

    Dr. Phelps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 545-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phelps accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Phelps in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Phelps' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Phelps' Primary Practice

    1139 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 500

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 545-7171

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    Dr. Christopher Phelps' Practice 2

    606 SW Military Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78221

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    Dr. Christopher Phelps' Practice 3

    19787 Ih 10 W Ste 104

    San Antonio, TX 78257

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    What hospitals are Dr. Phelps affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Phelps has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Phelps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700075637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phelps?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Phelps's specialty?

    Dr. Phelps is an Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.

    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 Phelps affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Phelps is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Dhr Health, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Phelps accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Phelps offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phelps' office at (210) 545-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Phelps' office at (210) 545-7171 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Phelps' office located?

    Dr. Phelps' office is located in San Antonio, TX.

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