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Dr. James Gilbert, MD

Dr. James Gilbert, MD

Potomac, MD

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    Who is Dr. Gilbert, Orthopedic Surgeon in Potomac, MD?

    Dr. James Gilbert, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Potomac, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gilbert graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gilbert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilbert’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilbert’s office at (301) 588-7888.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gilbert?

    Dr. James Gilbert, 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. Gilbert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Knee Surgery, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Potomac/MD community, Dr. Gilbert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Duke University Med Center | Duke University | Baylor University & Tom Landry Sports

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gilbert board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Gilbert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gilbert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gilbert treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert. 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:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of 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:

    • 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:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Gilbert perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert. 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
    • Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee chondroplasty
    • Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
    • Knee scope cartilage repair
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee abrasion arthroplasty
    • Knee microfracture surgery
    • Knee Scope for Debris
    • Arthroscopic Loose Body Excision
    • Knee Chondral Fragmentation Removal
    • Knee Joint Cleaning
    • 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
    • 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
    • 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
    • 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
    • 29874: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for removal of loose body or foreign body (eg, osteochondritis dissecans fragmentation, chondral fragmentation)
    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Lateral Release
    • Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection
    • 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:

    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
    • 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Open Repair of Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Surgery
    • Shoulder Adhesiolysis
    • Frozen Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Joint Cleaning
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Torn Rotator Cuff Surgery

    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)
    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
    • 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 23410: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; acute

    Also known as:

    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 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])
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 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])

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
    • Medial Knee Replacement
    • Lateral Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Resurfacing

    CPT Codes:

    • 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment

    Also known as:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

    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 Ligament Reconstruction
    • Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
    • Knee Ligament Augmentation
    • Knee Stabilization Surgery
    • ACL Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Ankle or Foot Taping
    • Ankle Strapping
    • Foot Strapping
    • Ankle Taping
    • Foot Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot

    Does Dr. Gilbert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gilbert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 588-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gilbert accept in Potomac, MD?

    Dr. Gilbert in Potomac, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

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    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gilbert's office located?

    Dr. James Gilbert's Primary Practice

    7811 Montrose Rd Ste 340

    Potomac, MD 20854

    (301) 588-7888

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    Dr. James Gilbert's Practice 2

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    Dr. James Gilbert's Practice 3

    3430 Worthington Blvd

    Frederick, MD 21704

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

    Dr. Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164472569.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilbert?

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

    What is Dr. James Gilbert's specialty?

    Dr. Gilbert is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Potomac, MD. 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. Gilbert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Gilbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gilbert is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Holy Cross Germantown Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Gilbert accepting new patients in Potomac, MD?

    Yes, Dr. James Gilbert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Gilbert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (301) 588-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Gilbert?

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (301) 588-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Gilbert have?

    Dr. James Gilbert is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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