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 1 additional practice location. 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 an 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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
What procedures does Dr. Drinkwater perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Drinkwater 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. 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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- CPAP Initiation and Management
- CPAP Setup
- Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management
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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Drinkwater's office located?
Dr. Christopher Drinkwater's Primary Practice
601 Elmwood Ave # 665
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 Highland Hospital of Rochester, Cayuga Medical Center, Olean General 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 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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