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Dr. Major Blair, MD

Dr. Major Blair, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Amarillo, TX

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Blair, Orthopedic Surgeon in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Major Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Blair completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine - Houston. Dr. Blair is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blair’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blair’s office at (806) 398-3627.

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

    • Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine - Houston

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine - Houston

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine - Houston

    What languages does Dr. Blair speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    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

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    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

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Does Dr. Blair accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blair accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 398-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blair accept in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Blair in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BH Management Services

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Superior

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Blair's office located?

    Dr. Major Blair's Primary Practice

    3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 104

    Amarillo, TX 79119

    (806) 398-3627

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    Dr. Major Blair's Practice 2

    1301 S Coulter St

    Amarillo, TX 79106

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blair affiliated with?

    Dr. Blair has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Swisher Memorial Healthcare System,Tulia, TX

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

    Dr. Blair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124027479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blair?

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

    What is Dr. Major Blair's specialty?

    Dr. Blair is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Amarillo, TX.

    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. Major Blair affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Blair is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Swisher Memorial Healthcare System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Major Blair accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Major Blair is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Major Blair offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blair's office at (806) 398-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Major Blair?

    Please contact Dr. Blair's office at (806) 398-3627 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blair's office located?

    Dr. Blair's office is located in Amarillo, TX.