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Dr. Richard Vlasak, MD

Dr. Richard Vlasak, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vlasak, Orthopedic Surgeon in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Richard Vlasak, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vlasak completed his residency at University of Florida. Dr. Vlasak is fluent in English and Czech, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlasak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlasak’s office at (352) 273-7002.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Florida | Mayo Clinic, Minnesota

    • Residency: University of Florida

    • Medical School: University of Florida

    Is Dr. Vlasak board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Vlasak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vlasak speak?

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

    • Czech

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vlasak treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vlasak 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. Vlasak. 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
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    What procedures does Dr. Vlasak perform?

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

    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Knee Implant Exchange
    • Partial Knee Replacement Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
    • 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Re-do Hip Replacement
    • Total Hip Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft

    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:

    • Revision Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Repeat Hip Replacement
    • Hip Joint Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27132: Conversion of previous hip surgery to total hip arthroplasty, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Femur Bone Cut with Fixation
    • Femoral Osteotomy
    • Thigh Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Femur Shaft Osteotomy
    • Supracondylar Femur Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 27450: Osteotomy, femur, shaft or supracondylar; with fixation

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Deep Abscess (Thigh/Knee)
    • Deep Abscess Drainage in Hip/Pelvis
    • Thigh Abscess Drainage
    • Knee Abscess Drainage
    • Bursa Drainage
    • Hematoma Evacuation Thigh
    • Hip Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Pelvic Hematoma Drainage
    • Deep Infection Drainage Hip

    CPT Codes:

    • 27301: Incision and drainage, deep abscess, bursa, or hematoma, thigh or knee region
    • 26990: Incision and drainage, pelvis or hip joint area; deep abscess or hematoma

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
    • Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
    • Adductor Tenotomy Hip
    • Open Release of Hip Adductor

    CPT Codes:

    • 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open

    Also known as:

    • Long Leg Splint Application
    • Thigh to Ankle Splint
    • Full Leg Splint
    • Leg Immobilization Splint
    • Temporary Leg Support

    CPT Codes:

    • 29505: Application of long leg splint (thigh to ankle or toes)

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Fracture Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Pelvic Fracture Fixation
    • Pelvic Ring Disruption Repair
    • Pubic Bone Fracture Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27217: Open treatment of anterior pelvic bone fracture and/or dislocation for fracture patterns that disrupt the pelvic ring, unilateral, includes internal fixation, when performed (includes pubic symphysis and/or ipsilateral superior/inferior rami)

    Also known as:

    • Open Pelvic Fracture Repair with Fixation
    • Posterior Pelvic Fracture Surgery
    • Pelvic Ring Disruption Repair
    • Sacroiliac Joint Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27218: Open treatment of posterior pelvic bone fracture and/or dislocation, for fracture patterns that disrupt the pelvic ring, unilateral, includes internal fixation, when performed (includes ipsilateral ilium, sacroiliac joint and/or sacrum)

    Also known as:

    • Prophylactic Femur Stabilization
    • Femur Nailing
    • Femur Pinning
    • Femur Plating
    • Prophylactic Bone Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27495: Prophylactic treatment (nailing, pinning, plating, or wiring) with or without methylmethacrylate, femur

    Also known as:

    • Unna Boot Application
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing

    CPT Codes:

    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement

    Does Dr. Vlasak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vlasak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 273-7002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vlasak accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Vlasak in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vlasak's office located?

    Dr. Richard Vlasak's Primary Practice

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 273-7002

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    Dr. Richard Vlasak's Practice 2

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. Richard Vlasak's Practice 3

    3480 Hull Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32607

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

    Dr. Vlasak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538197298.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlasak?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Vlasak's specialty?

    Dr. Vlasak is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Gainesville, FL. 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. Vlasak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Vlasak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vlasak is affiliated with UF Health Leesburg Hospital, Tift Regional Medical Center 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

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    Is Richard Vlasak accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Vlasak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Vlasak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vlasak's office at (352) 273-7002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Vlasak?

    Please contact Dr. Vlasak's office at (352) 273-7002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Vlasak have?

    Dr. Richard Vlasak is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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