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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzpatrick, Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. James Fitzpatrick, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fitzpatrick graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery. Dr. Fitzpatrick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzpatrick’s office at (410) 332-9145.
Where did Dr. Fitzpatrick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Fitzpatrick board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Fitzpatrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fitzpatrick speak?
Dr. Fitzpatrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
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
Also known as:
- Surgical site infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Post-operative wound infection
- Incision infection
- Procedure infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XD: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, subsequent encounter
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 332-9145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Fitzpatrick in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alterwood Health Management
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fitzpatrick's office located?
Dr. James Fitzpatrick's Primary Practice
301 Saint Paul St
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 332-9145
What is Dr. Fitzpatrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598779738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzpatrick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzpatrick
What is Dr. James Fitzpatrick's specialty?
Dr. Fitzpatrick is a Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. James Fitzpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzpatrick is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, Md 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 James Fitzpatrick accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. James Fitzpatrick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Fitzpatrick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (410) 332-9145 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Fitzpatrick?
Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (410) 332-9145 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Fitzpatrick have?
Dr. James Fitzpatrick is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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