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Dr. James Widmaier, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Danville, PA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Widmaier, Orthopedic Surgeon in Danville, PA?

    Dr. James Widmaier, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Widmaier completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Widmaier is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Widmaier’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Widmaier’s office at (570) 271-6541.

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

    • Residency: Geisinger Medical Center

    Is Dr. Widmaier board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Widmaier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Widmaier speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block
    • Sympathetic Nerve Block (Back)
    • Paravertebral Sympathetic Injection
    • Lower Back Nerve Block for Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64520: Injection, anesthetic agent; lumbar or thoracic (paravertebral sympathetic)

    Also known as:

    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Widmaier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Widmaier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Widmaier accept in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Widmaier in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Widmaier's office located?

    Dr. James Widmaier's Primary Practice

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

    (570) 271-6541

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    Dr. James Widmaier's Practice 2

    255 Route 220 Hwy

    Muncy, PA 17756

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

    Dr. Widmaier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205888526.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Widmaier?

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

    What is Dr. James Widmaier's specialty?

    Dr. Widmaier is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Danville, PA.

    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. James Widmaier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Widmaier is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street 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. James Widmaier accepting new patients in Danville, PA?

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

    Does Dr. James Widmaier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Widmaier's office at (570) 271-6541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Widmaier?

    Please contact Dr. Widmaier's office at (570) 271-6541 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Widmaier's office located?

    Dr. Widmaier's offices are located in Danville, PA and Muncy, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Widmaier have?

    Dr. James Widmaier is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.