Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metzler, Orthopedic Surgeon in Edgewood, KY?
Where did Dr. Metzler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Kentucky College of Medicine - (Lexington, KY)
Residency: University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals | Christ Hospital/University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Metzler speak?
Dr. Metzler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Metzler typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Metzler 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. Metzler. 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Metzler typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Metzler 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. Metzler. 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:
- 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
- Knee Arthroscopy with Lateral Release
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Knee Scope with Lateral Release
- Lateral Retinacular Release
- Knee Patella Realignment Surgery
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 29873: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lateral release
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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:
- 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Metzler accept my insurance?
Dr. Metzler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 301-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metzler accept in Edgewood, KY?
Dr. Metzler in Edgewood, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Custom Design Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Metzler's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Metzler affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Metzler has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Metzler's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metzler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841489259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metzler?
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