Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD
Rochester, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drinkwater, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Drinkwater graduated from University of New South Wales Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Vincent`S Medical Center-Australia. Dr. Drinkwater is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drinkwater’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drinkwater’s office at (585) 275-5321.
Where did Dr. Drinkwater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Vincent`S Medical Center-Australia | St Vincent's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of New South Wales, Fac of Med, Kensington, Nsw, Australia | University Of New South Wales Sydney Australia | University of New South Wales Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drinkwater speak?
Dr. Drinkwater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Drinkwater treat?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Drinkwater 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. Drinkwater. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee 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:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Which procedures does Dr. Drinkwater perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Drinkwater 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. Drinkwater's office.
Does Dr. Drinkwater accept my insurance?
Dr. Drinkwater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 275-5321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drinkwater accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Drinkwater in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Drinkwater's office located?
Dr. Christopher Drinkwater's Primary Practice
601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-5321
What is Dr. Drinkwater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drinkwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033150966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drinkwater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drinkwater
What is Dr. Christopher Drinkwater's specialty?
Dr. Drinkwater is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Rochester, NY. 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. Drinkwater to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Drinkwater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drinkwater is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Drinkwater accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Drinkwater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Drinkwater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drinkwater's office at (585) 275-5321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Drinkwater?
Please contact Dr. Drinkwater's office at (585) 275-5321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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