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Dr. Craig Mcdonald, MD

Dr. Craig Mcdonald, MD

Galveston, TX

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Orthopedic Surgeon in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Craig Mcdonald, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Mcdonald completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Is Dr. Mcdonald board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Mcdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mcdonald treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Which procedures does Dr. Mcdonald perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Mcdonald may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office.

    Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald accept in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Mcdonald in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Craig Mcdonald's Primary Practice

    301 University Blvd

    Galveston, TX 77555

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    Dr. Craig Mcdonald's Practice 2

    2327 E Mulberry St Ste C

    Angleton, TX 77515

    (979) 849-9557

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    Dr. Craig Mcdonald's Practice 3

    600 Hospital Cir Ste 100

    Bay City, TX 77414

    (979) 241-6160

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

    Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356393854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Mcdonald's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonald is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Galveston, TX. 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. Mcdonald to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonald is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Houston Methodist Clear Lake 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 Craig Mcdonald accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Mcdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Mcdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Mcdonald have?

    Dr. Craig Mcdonald is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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