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Dr. Emile Li, MD

Fort Dodge, IA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Li, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. Emile Li, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Dodge, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Li graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Li is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Li’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Li’s office at (515) 955-6767.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center | Waterbury Hospital Health Center Program

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Li board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Emile Li, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Li speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Li treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Right Artificial Shoulder Joint
    • Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Artificial Limbs
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip
    • Right Shoulder Replacement
    • Right Shoulder Prosthesis
    • Right Shoulder Arthroplasty
    • Bilateral knee replacement
    • Both knee prostheses
    • Double knee replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
    • Z96611: Presence of right artificial shoulder joint
    • Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does Dr. Li perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Li accept my insurance?

    Dr. Li accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 955-6767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Li accept in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. Li in Fort Dodge, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Li's office located?

    Dr. Emile Li's Primary Practice

    2700 1st Ave S Ste 100

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

    (515) 955-6767

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    Dr. Emile Li's Practice 2

    215 13th Ave SW

    Clarion, IA 50525

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    Dr. Emile Li's Practice 3

    1000 15th St N

    Humboldt, IA 50548

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

    Dr. Li's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285687418.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Li?

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

    What is Dr. Emile Li's specialty?

    Dr. Li is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Fort Dodge, IA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Li to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Emile Li affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Li is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Franklin General Hospital, Van Diest Medical Center, Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion, Hancock County Health System, Kossuth Regional Health Center, Unitypoint Health - Trinity Regional Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Emile Li accepting new patients in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Emile Li is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emile Li offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (515) 955-6767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Emile Li?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (515) 955-6767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Emile Li have?

    Dr. Emile Li is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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