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Who is Dr. Muchow, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Ryan Muchow, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Muchow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muchow’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muchow’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Muchow?
Dr. Ryan Muchow, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Muchow empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Surgery, Scoliosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lexington/KY community, Dr. Muchow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Muchow speak?
Dr. Muchow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Muchow treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Muchow 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. Muchow. 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 Upper 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
- Thoracic Juvenile Scoliosis
- Child Upper Back Curve
- Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
- M41114: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic 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:
- Right Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Right Talipes Equinovarus
- Congenital Right Clubfoot
- Twisted Right Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6601: Congenital talipes equinovarus, right foot
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Scoliosis Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Scoliosis
- Post-scoliosis surgery care
- Scoliosis recovery care
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4782: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Left Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Left talipes equinovarus
- Congenital left clubfoot
- Left foot turned inward at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6602: Congenital talipes equinovarus, left foot
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. Muchow perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Muchow 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. Muchow. 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:
- 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:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Hip Spica Cast Application (Both Legs)
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Full Hip Spica Cast
- Double Leg Hip Cast
- Pediatric Hip Cast
- Below Knee Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
- 29325: Application of hip spica cast; 1 and one-half spica or both legs
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
- Anesthesia
- Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
- Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
- Heel cord release
CPT Codes:
- 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general 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)
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Muchow accept my insurance?
Dr. Muchow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muchow accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Muchow in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Muchow's office located?
What is Dr. Muchow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muchow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487690673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muchow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muchow
What is Dr. Ryan Muchow's specialty?
Dr. Muchow is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Lexington, KY. 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. Muchow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ryan Muchow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Muchow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shriners Children's Lexington. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ryan Muchow accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Muchow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Muchow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muchow's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Muchow?
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