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Dr. Coles L'hommedieu, MD

Dr. Coles L'hommedieu, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. L'hommedieu, Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. L'hommedieu graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine. Dr. L'hommedieu is fluent in English, French, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. L'hommedieu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. L'hommedieu’s office at (314) 849-0311.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. L'hommedieu?

    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. L'hommedieu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip & Knee Surgery, Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis/MO community, Dr. L'hommedieu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. L'hommedieu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. L'hommedieu board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Coles L'hommedieu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. L'hommedieu speak?

    Dr. L'hommedieu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. L'hommedieu treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. L'hommedieu 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. L'hommedieu. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint

    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

    What procedures does Dr. L'hommedieu perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. L'hommedieu 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. L'hommedieu. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    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
    • 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
    • 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)

    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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Knee Joint Exploration and Drainage
    • Knee Scope for Infection
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection
    • Knee arthrotomy
    • Knee foreign body removal
    • Knee infection drainage
    • Open knee surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy
    • Knee Washout Surgery
    • Knee Infection Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
    • 27310: Arthrotomy, knee, with exploration, drainage, or removal of foreign body (eg, infection)
    • 29871: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for infection, lavage and drainage

    Also known as:

    • Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Replacement Revision
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Knee Implant Exchange
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component
    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia

    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:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. L'hommedieu accept my insurance?

    Dr. L'hommedieu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 849-0311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. L'hommedieu accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. L'hommedieu in Saint Louis, MO 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

    • Chevron

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. L'hommedieu's office located?

    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu's Primary Practice

    12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 115

    Saint Louis, MO 63128

    (314) 849-0311

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    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu's Practice 2

    160 Richardson Xing

    Arnold, MO 63010

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    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu's Practice 3

    12788 Olive Blvd

    Creve Coeur, MO 63141

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

    Dr. L'hommedieu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487603320.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. L'hommedieu?

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

    What is Dr. Coles L'hommedieu's specialty?

    Dr. L'hommedieu is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO. 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. L'hommedieu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Coles L'hommedieu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. L'hommedieu is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, MO, SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, Mercy Hospital Washington, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Coles L'hommedieu accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Coles L'hommedieu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Coles L'hommedieu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. L'hommedieu's office at (314) 849-0311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Coles L'hommedieu?

    Please contact Dr. L'hommedieu's office at (314) 849-0311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Coles L'hommedieu have?

    Dr. Coles L'hommedieu is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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