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Dr. Gail Fields, DO

Blackfoot, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fields, Orthopedic Surgeon in Blackfoot, ID?

    Dr. Gail Fields, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Blackfoot, ID with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fields graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Fields is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fields’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fields’s office.

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

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fields speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fields 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. Fields. 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • 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
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    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. Fields typically perform?

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

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Also known as:

    • Vital Capacity Test
    • Lung Function Tests
    • Spirometry
    • Lung volume test
    • Forced vital capacity

    CPT Codes:

    • 94150: Vital capacity, total (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Fields accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fields accept in Blackfoot, ID?

    Dr. Fields in Blackfoot, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fields' office located?

    Dr. Gail Fields' Primary Practice

    315 W Idaho St

    Blackfoot, ID 83221

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    Dr. Gail Fields' Practice 2

    2001 S Woodruff Ave Ste 3

    Idaho Falls, ID 83404

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fields affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Fields has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Fields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245236322.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fields?

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

    What is Dr. Gail Fields's specialty?

    Dr. Fields is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Blackfoot, ID.

    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. Gail Fields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fields is affiliated with Bingham Memorial 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 Dr. Gail Fields accepting new patients in Blackfoot, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Gail Fields is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gail Fields offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fields' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gail Fields?

    Please contact Dr. Fields' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fields' office located?

    Dr. Fields' offices are located in Blackfoot, ID and Idaho Falls, ID.