Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund, MD
Milwaukee, WI
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelsen-Freund, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Nelsen-Freund graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at UNC Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Nelsen-Freund is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelsen-Freund’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelsen-Freund’s office at (414) 805-7400.
Where did Dr. Nelsen-Freund go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Total Joint Replacement - Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center - Chicago, IL | Orthopaedic Research - University of North Carolina Hospitals - Chapel Hill
Residency: UNC Hospitals | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry
Is Dr. Nelsen-Freund board certified in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nelsen-Freund speak?
Dr. Nelsen-Freund and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelsen-Freund treat?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nelsen-Freund 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. Nelsen-Freund. 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- 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
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
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
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Having a Left 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
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left 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
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
- Z96642: Presence of left 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
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Nelsen-Freund perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund 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. Nelsen-Freund's office.
Does Dr. Nelsen-Freund accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelsen-Freund accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelsen-Freund accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Nelsen-Freund in Milwaukee, WI 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Nelsen-Freund's office located?
Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund's Primary Practice
8701 Watertown Plank Rd Rm 4041
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 805-7400
Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund's Practice 2
4805 S Moorland Rd
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 798-7200
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Nelsen-Freund's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelsen-Freund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831141506.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelsen-Freund?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelsen-Freund
What is Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund's specialty?
Dr. Nelsen-Freund is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Milwaukee, WI. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Nelsen-Freund to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelsen-Freund is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin, Froedtert Holy Family 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 Edward Nelsen-Freund accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelsen-Freund's office at (414) 805-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Nelsen-Freund?
Please contact Dr. Nelsen-Freund's office at (414) 805-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund have?
Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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