26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defrino, Orthopedic Surgeon in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Paul Defrino, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Defrino graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program. Dr. Defrino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defrino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defrino’s office at (708) 361-0600.
Where did Dr. Defrino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Defrino board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Defrino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Defrino speak?
Dr. Defrino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Defrino typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Defrino 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. Defrino. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Defrino typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Defrino 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. Defrino. 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:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
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:
- 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:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Defrino accept my insurance?
Dr. Defrino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 361-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defrino accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Defrino in Palos Heights, IL 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
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Defrino's office located?
Dr. Paul Defrino's Primary Practice
7600 W College Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 361-0600
What hospitals are Dr. Defrino affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Defrino has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Defrino's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defrino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326046319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defrino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defrino
What is Dr. Paul Defrino's specialty?
Dr. Defrino is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Palos Heights, IL.
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. Paul Defrino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defrino is affiliated with Northwestern 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. Paul Defrino accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Defrino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Defrino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defrino's office at (708) 361-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Defrino?
Please contact Dr. Defrino's office at (708) 361-0600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Defrino's office located?
Dr. Defrino's offices are located in Palos Heights, IL, Oak Lawn, IL, and Chicago, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Defrino have?
Dr. Paul Defrino is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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