18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phipps, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durango, CO?
Dr. Brinceton Phipps, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durango, CO. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Phipps graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Phipps is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phipps’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phipps’s office at (970) 259-3020.
Where did Dr. Phipps go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of California | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Phipps speak?
Dr. Phipps and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Phipps typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Phipps 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. Phipps. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Phipps typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Phipps 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. Phipps. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Phipps accept my insurance?
Dr. Phipps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 259-3020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phipps accept in Durango, CO?
Dr. Phipps in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Phipps' office located?
Dr. Brinceton Phipps' Primary Practice
575 Rivergate Ln Unit 105
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-3020
What is Dr. Phipps's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phipps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578592283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phipps?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phipps
What is Dr. Brinceton Phipps's specialty?
Dr. Phipps is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Durango, CO.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Brinceton Phipps affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phipps is affiliated with Southwest Health System - Cortez, Commonspirit - Mercy Hospital 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 Brinceton Phipps accepting new patients in Durango, CO?
Yes, Dr. Brinceton Phipps is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brinceton Phipps offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phipps's office at (970) 259-3020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brinceton Phipps?
Please contact Dr. Phipps's office at (970) 259-3020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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