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Dr. Rolf Drinhaus, MD

Murrieta, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Drinhaus, Orthopedic Surgeon in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Rolf Drinhaus, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Drinhaus graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tripler Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Drinhaus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drinhaus’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drinhaus’s office at (951) 698-4660.

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

    • Residency: Tripler Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Drinhaus board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Rolf Drinhaus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Drinhaus speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Drinhaus treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Drinhaus 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. Drinhaus. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    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 Dr. Drinhaus perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Drinhaus 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. Drinhaus. 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 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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
    • Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
    • Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    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:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
    • Abscess Aspiration
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Hematoma Puncture
    • Bulla Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Drinhaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Drinhaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 698-4660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Drinhaus accept in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Drinhaus in Murrieta, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Utah

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Drinhaus' office located?

    Dr. Rolf Drinhaus' Primary Practice

    25150 Hancock Ave Ste 200

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (951) 698-4660

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    Dr. Rolf Drinhaus' Practice 2

    26520 Cactus Ave

    Moreno Valley, CA 92555

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

    Dr. Drinhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972530137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drinhaus?

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

    What is Dr. Rolf Drinhaus's specialty?

    Dr. Drinhaus is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Murrieta, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Drinhaus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rolf Drinhaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Drinhaus is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital 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 Rolf Drinhaus accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rolf Drinhaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rolf Drinhaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Drinhaus's office at (951) 698-4660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rolf Drinhaus?

    Please contact Dr. Drinhaus's office at (951) 698-4660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rolf Drinhaus have?

    Dr. Rolf Drinhaus is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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