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Who is Dr. Boniface, Orthopedic Surgeon in Erie, PA?
Dr. James Boniface, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Boniface is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boniface’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boniface’s office at (330) 534-7644.
Is Dr. Boniface board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Boniface, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Boniface speak?
Dr. Boniface and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Boniface typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Boniface 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. Boniface. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Boniface typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Boniface 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. Boniface. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Boniface accept my insurance?
Dr. Boniface accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 534-7644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boniface accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Boniface in Erie, 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)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boniface's office located?
What is Dr. Boniface's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boniface's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538108816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boniface?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boniface
What is Dr. James Boniface's specialty?
Dr. Boniface is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Erie, 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 this Dr. James Boniface affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Boniface is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Chautauqua, Brooks - Tlc Hospital System. 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
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Is James Boniface accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Boniface is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Boniface offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boniface's office at (330) 534-7644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Boniface?
Please contact Dr. Boniface's office at (330) 534-7644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Boniface have?
Dr. James Boniface is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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