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Dr. John Chrostowski, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chrostowski, Orthopedic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. John Chrostowski, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Chrostowski completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Chrostowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chrostowski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chrostowski’s office at (423) 648-9808.

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

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | Yale New Haven Hospital

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Chrostowski board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Chrostowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chrostowski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chrostowski typically treat?

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chrostowski typically perform?

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

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    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

    Does Dr. Chrostowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chrostowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 648-9808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chrostowski accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Chrostowski in Chattanooga, TN 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chrostowski's office located?

    Dr. John Chrostowski's Primary Practice

    2158 Northgate Park Ln Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37415

    (423) 648-9808

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

    Dr. Chrostowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528063211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chrostowski?

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

    What is Dr. John Chrostowski's specialty?

    Dr. Chrostowski is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.

    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 Dr. John Chrostowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chrostowski is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, South Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee 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 Dr. John Chrostowski accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. John Chrostowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Chrostowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chrostowski's office at (423) 648-9808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Chrostowski?

    Please contact Dr. Chrostowski's office at (423) 648-9808 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chrostowski's office located?

    Dr. Chrostowski's office is located in Chattanooga, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Chrostowski have?

    Dr. John Chrostowski is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.