33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortin, Orthopedic Surgeon in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Paul Fortin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Farmington Hills, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Fortin graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Fortin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortin’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fortin?
Dr. Paul Fortin, 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. Fortin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Farmington Hills/MI community, Dr. Fortin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fortin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Fortin board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fortin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fortin speak?
Dr. Fortin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fortin treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fortin 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. Fortin. 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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Joint Damage from Injury
- Left Ankle and Foot Joint Damage from Injury
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Ankle Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Injured Right Foot Joint
- Right Ankle Arthritis After Trauma
- Left Ankle Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Injured Left Foot Joint
- Left Ankle Arthritis After Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12571: Traumatic arthropathy, right ankle and foot
- M12572: Traumatic arthropathy, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left 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
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Fortin perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fortin 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. Fortin. 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:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
- Ankle Implant Removal
- Ankle Joint Surgery with Tendon Release
- Ankle arthroplasty with implant
- Total ankle prosthesis
- Ankle joint replacement
- Ankle Prosthesis Removal
- Explant Ankle Device
- Remove Ankle Joint Replacement
- Ankle Arthrotomy
- Posterior Ankle Capsule Release
- Achilles Tendon Lengthening
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27702: Arthroplasty, ankle; with implant (total ankle)
- 27704: Removal of ankle implant
- 27612: Arthrotomy, posterior capsular release, ankle, with or without Achilles tendon lengthening
Also known as:
- Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Calcaneus Osteotomy
- Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Dwyer Procedure
- Chambers Procedure
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Open Ankle Joint Fusion
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Surgical Ankle Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
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:
- Foot Joint Fusion Surgery
- Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
- Midfoot Fusion
- Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis
- Foot Bone Fusion
- Midtarsal Arthrodesis
- Tarsometatarsal Fusion
- Foot Joint Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28730: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, multiple or transverse;
- 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Foot Bone Non-Healing Fracture Repair
- Extensive Midfoot Surgery for Clubfoot
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Tarsal Bone Nonunion Repair
- Foot Malunion Correction
- Midfoot Fracture Repair
- Foot Bone Fusion
- Midfoot Capsulotomy
- Clubfoot Tendon Lengthening
- Talotibial Capsulotomy
- Foot Deformity Correction Surgery
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28320: Repair, nonunion or malunion; tarsal bones
- 28262: Capsulotomy, midfoot; extensive, including posterior talotibial capsulotomy and tendon(s) lengthening (eg, resistant clubfoot deformity)
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
- Ankle Debridement
- Ankle Scope Surgery
- Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
- 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited
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:
- Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Big Toe Bone Realignment
- Sesamoid Bone Removal
- Metatarsal Osteotomy for Bunion
CPT Codes:
- 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method
- 28298: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal phalanx osteotomy, any method
- 28295: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Preventive Tibia Bone Stabilization
- Tibia Prophylactic Fixation
- Shin Bone Reinforcement
- Tibia Nailing/Plating
- Bone Cement for Tibia
CPT Codes:
- 27745: Prophylactic treatment (nailing, pinning, plating or wiring) with or without methylmethacrylate, tibia
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
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:
- Shin Bone Partial Removal
- Tibia Bone Excision
- Shin Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia
Also known as:
- Metatarsal Bone Fracture Repair
- Foot fracture repair
- Metatarsal nonunion repair
- Bone graft for foot fracture
- Malunion repair foot
CPT Codes:
- 28322: Repair, nonunion or malunion; metatarsal, with or without bone graft (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Fibula Bone Repair for Improper Healing
- Fibula Nonunion Repair
- Fibula Malunion Correction
- Internal Fixation of Fibula
- Lower Leg Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27726: Repair of fibula nonunion and/or malunion with internal fixation
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
- Anesthesia
- Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
- Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
- Heel cord release
CPT Codes:
- 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Foot Tendon Transfer
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Anterior tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27690: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); superficial (eg, anterior tibial extensors into midfoot)
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
- Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
- Pain Pump for Sciatica
CPT Codes:
- 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Fortin accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortin accept in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Fortin in Farmington Hills, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fortin's office located?
What is Dr. Fortin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780688283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortin
What is Dr. Paul Fortin's specialty?
Dr. Fortin is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Farmington Hills, MI. 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. Fortin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Fortin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortin is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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 Paul Fortin accepting new patients in Farmington Hills, MI?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fortin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Fortin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Fortin?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Fortin have?
Dr. Paul Fortin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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