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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Luedtke, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Lael Luedtke, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Luedtke completed her residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Luedtke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luedtke’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luedtke’s office at (615) 329-6600.
Where did Dr. Luedtke go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Luedtke board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lael Luedtke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Luedtke speak?
Dr. Luedtke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Luedtke treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Luedtke 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. Luedtke. 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:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
- Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
- Child Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
- Birth Defects
- Spinal birth defects
- Congenital spine abnormalities
- Vertebral malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis
What procedures does Dr. Luedtke perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Luedtke 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. Luedtke. 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:
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Long Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Below Knee Cast
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Full leg cast
- Thigh to toe cast
- Leg cast application
- Full leg immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Tibia Osteotomy
- Shin Bone Surgery
- Tibia Bone Cut
- Leg Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 27705: Osteotomy; tibia
Also known as:
- Femur Bone Cut and Realignment (Hip Area)
- Intertrochanteric Osteotomy
- Subtrochanteric Osteotomy
- Femoral Osteotomy
- Hip Bone Realignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27165: Osteotomy, intertrochanteric or subtrochanteric including internal or external fixation and/or cast
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip arthrogram injection
- Diagnostic hip injection
- Hip pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia
Also known as:
- Foot Tendon Transfer
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Anterior tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27690: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); superficial (eg, anterior tibial extensors into midfoot)
Does Dr. Luedtke accept my insurance?
Dr. Luedtke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 329-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Luedtke accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Luedtke in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health New England
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Luedtke's office located?
Dr. Lael Luedtke's Primary Practice
8 City Blvd Ste 300
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 329-6600
What is Dr. Luedtke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Luedtke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285676668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luedtke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luedtke
What is Dr. Lael Luedtke's specialty?
Dr. Luedtke is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Nashville, TN. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Luedtke to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lael Luedtke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Luedtke is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Baystate Medical Center 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 Lael Luedtke accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Lael Luedtke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lael Luedtke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Luedtke's office at (615) 329-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lael Luedtke?
Please contact Dr. Luedtke's office at (615) 329-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lael Luedtke have?
Dr. Lael Luedtke is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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