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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcia, Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. John Garcia, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garcia graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (505) 424-0200.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Arthritis in Right Knee
- Other Arthritis in Left Knee
- Other Arthritis in Right Hip
- Other Arthritis in Left Hip
- Arthritis
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Right Knee Arthritis
- Specific Right Knee Arthritis
- Left Knee Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Left Knee Arthritis
- Specific Left Knee Arthritis
- Right Hip Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Right Hip Arthritis
- Specific Right Hip Arthritis
- Left Hip Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Left Hip Arthritis
- Specific Left Hip Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M13861: Other specified arthritis, right knee
- M13862: Other specified arthritis, left knee
- M13851: Other specified arthritis, right hip
- M13852: Other specified arthritis, left hip
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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.
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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 424-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Garcia in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
Dr. John Garcia's Primary Practice
1631 Hospital Dr Ste 200
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 424-0200
What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417950460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia
What is Dr. John Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Santa Fe, NM.
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. John Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 John Garcia accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?
Yes, Dr. John Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 424-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 424-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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