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Dr. Bruce Watanabe, MD

Dr. Bruce Watanabe, MD

Florence, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watanabe, Orthopedic Surgeon in Florence, OR?

    Dr. Bruce Watanabe, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Florence, OR. He is board certified. Dr. Watanabe graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Watanabe is fluent in English, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watanabe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watanabe’s office at (541) 997-7104.

    Where did Dr. Watanabe go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery | University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals | University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Watanabe board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Watanabe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1997

    What languages does Dr. Watanabe speak?

    Dr. Watanabe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Watanabe typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Watanabe 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. Watanabe. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Watanabe typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Watanabe 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. Watanabe. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Watanabe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watanabe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 997-7104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watanabe accept in Florence, OR?

    Dr. Watanabe in Florence, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Watanabe's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Watanabe's Primary Practice

    400 9th St

    Florence, OR 97439

    (541) 997-7104

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    What is Dr. Watanabe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Watanabe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497798367.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watanabe?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watanabe

    What is Dr. Bruce Watanabe's specialty?

    Dr. Watanabe is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Florence, OR.

    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. Bruce Watanabe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watanabe is affiliated with Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Bruce Watanabe accepting new patients in Florence, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Watanabe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Watanabe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (541) 997-7104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Watanabe?

    Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (541) 997-7104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Watanabe have?

    Dr. Bruce Watanabe is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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