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Dr. James Karegeannes, MD

Durham, NC

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karegeannes, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durham, NC?

    Dr. James Karegeannes, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karegeannes graduated from Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School and completed his residency at Duke University Med Center. Dr. Karegeannes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karegeannes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karegeannes’s office at (828) 258-8800.

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

    • Residency: Duke University Med Center

    • Medical School: Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School

    Is Dr. Karegeannes board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

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

    What languages does Dr. Karegeannes speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Karegeannes treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does Dr. Karegeannes perform?

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

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Karegeannes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karegeannes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 258-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karegeannes accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Karegeannes in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karegeannes' office located?

    Dr. James Karegeannes' Primary Practice

    120 William Penn Plz

    Durham, NC 27704

    (828) 258-8800

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    Dr. James Karegeannes' Practice 2

    75B Livingston St

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (828) 258-8800

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    Dr. James Karegeannes' Practice 3

    2358 US Highway 70

    Swannanoa, NC 28778

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

    Dr. Karegeannes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932156148.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karegeannes?

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

    What is Dr. James Karegeannes's specialty?

    Dr. Karegeannes is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Durham, NC. 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. Karegeannes to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Karegeannes is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 James Karegeannes accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

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

    Does Dr. James Karegeannes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karegeannes's office at (828) 258-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Karegeannes?

    Please contact Dr. Karegeannes's office at (828) 258-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Karegeannes have?

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

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