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Dr. Gary Knudson, MD

Waterloo, IA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knudson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Gary Knudson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Knudson graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Knudson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knudson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knudson’s office at (319) 272-5000.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery | Mayo Grad School Med/Mayo Fndn

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Knudson board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Knudson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Knudson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Knudson treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Knudson 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. Knudson. 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 the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    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

    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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Which procedures does Dr. Knudson perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Knudson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Knudson's office.

    Does Dr. Knudson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knudson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 272-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knudson accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Knudson in Waterloo, IA 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 (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Knudson's office located?

    Dr. Gary Knudson's Primary Practice

    2710 Saint Francis Dr

    Waterloo, IA 50702

    (319) 272-5000

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    Mercyone Cedar Falls Orthopedics Care

    516 Division St Ste 125

    Cedar Falls, IA 50613

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    Dr. Gary Knudson's Practice 3

    751 Main St

    Arlington, IA 50606

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

    Dr. Knudson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700813441.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knudson?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Knudson's specialty?

    Dr. Knudson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Waterloo, IA. 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. Knudson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Knudson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knudson is affiliated with Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center 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 Gary Knudson accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Knudson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Knudson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knudson's office at (319) 272-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Knudson?

    Please contact Dr. Knudson's office at (319) 272-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Knudson have?

    Dr. Gary Knudson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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