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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meyer, Orthopedic Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Meyer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meyer’s office at (504) 897-7877.
What languages does Dr. Meyer speak?
Dr. Meyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Meyer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Meyer 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. Meyer. 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 of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Meyer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Meyer 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. Meyer. 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:
- 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:
- 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. Meyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Meyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 897-7877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meyer accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Meyer in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Meyer's office located?
Dr. Richard Meyer's Primary Practice
3434 Prytania St Ste 310
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 897-7877
What is Dr. Meyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588664718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meyer
What is Dr. Richard Meyer's specialty?
Dr. Meyer is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New Orleans, LA.
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 this Dr. Richard Meyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meyer is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Omega Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Richard Meyer accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Meyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Meyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meyer's office at (504) 897-7877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Meyer?
Please contact Dr. Meyer's office at (504) 897-7877 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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