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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Principe, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Michael Principe, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Principe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Principe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Principe’s office.
What languages does Dr. Principe speak?
Dr. Principe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Principe treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Principe 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. Principe. 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.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left 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 Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Pilon Fracture
- Fracture of left outer upper shin bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Tibial Plafond Fracture
- Distal Tibia Fracture
- Ankle Fracture
- Broken shin bone
- Tibial plateau fracture
- Broken knee bone
- Upper leg break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82871A: Displaced pilon fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82122A: Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
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:
- 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 Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Right Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Right Proximal Femur Fracture
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72091A: Other fracture of head and neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Other Broken Hip (Left Side)
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Other Hip Fracture (Left)
- Left Femoral Neck Fracture
- Atypical Hip Fracture (Left)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72092A: Other fracture of head and neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Right Collarbone (Shaft)
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Clavicle Fracture
- Collarbone Break
- Broken Shoulder Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42021A: Displaced fracture of shaft of right clavicle, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292A: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Principe perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Principe may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Principe's office.
Does Dr. Principe accept my insurance?
Dr. Principe 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. Principe accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Principe in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centra Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Delaware
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Where is Dr. Principe's office located?
What is Dr. Principe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Principe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760661193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Principe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Principe
What is Dr. Michael Principe's specialty?
Dr. Principe is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, DE. 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. Contact Dr. Principe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Principe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Principe is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Michael Principe accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Michael Principe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Principe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Principe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Principe?
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