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Dr. Andrew Piasecki, MD

Dr. Andrew Piasecki, MD

West Columbia, SC

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Piasecki, Orthopedic Surgeon in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Andrew Piasecki, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Piasecki graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Piasecki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piasecki’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piasecki’s office at (803) 936-7966.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Piasecki?

    Dr. Andrew Piasecki, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Piasecki empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Knee Reconstruction, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Columbia/SC community, Dr. Piasecki is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Piasecki board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Piasecki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Piasecki speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Piasecki treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Piasecki 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. Piasecki. 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 Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    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:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    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. Piasecki perform?

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

    • 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Straight Catheterization
    • Intermittent Catheterization
    • Urine Retention Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51701: Insertion of non-indwelling bladder catheter (eg, straight catheterization for residual urine)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Piasecki accept my insurance?

    Dr. Piasecki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Piasecki accept in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Piasecki in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Marine Engineers Benefits Association

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Piasecki's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Piasecki's Primary Practice

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 140&350

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 936-7966

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    Dr. Andrew Piasecki's Practice 2

    1413 Highway 17 N # A

    Surfside Beach, SC 29575

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    Dr. Andrew Piasecki's Practice 3

    3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 200

    Columbia, SC 29229

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Piasecki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881622272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piasecki?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Piasecki's specialty?

    Dr. Piasecki is a Orthopedic Surgeon near West Columbia, SC. 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. Piasecki to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Piasecki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Piasecki is affiliated with Lexington 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 Andrew Piasecki accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Piasecki is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Piasecki offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Piasecki's office at (803) 936-7966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Piasecki?

    Please contact Dr. Piasecki's office at (803) 936-7966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Piasecki have?

    Dr. Andrew Piasecki is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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