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Dr. John Pritchard, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Orthopedic Surgeon

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pritchard, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. John Pritchard, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pritchard graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Pritchard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pritchard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pritchard’s office at (260) 484-8551.

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

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Indiana University Medical School | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine | University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pritchard board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Pritchard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pritchard typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pritchard 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. Pritchard. 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 right shoulder
    • 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
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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 Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pritchard typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pritchard 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. Pritchard. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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

    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 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:

    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    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)

    Does Dr. Pritchard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pritchard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 484-8551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pritchard accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Pritchard in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pritchard's office located?

    Dr. John Pritchard's Primary Practice

    5050 N Clinton St

    Fort Wayne, IN 46825

    (260) 484-8551

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    Dr. John Pritchard's Practice 2

    3607 N Everbrook Ln

    Muncie, IN 47304

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. John Pritchard an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Pritchard has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Pritchard, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Pritchard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932100575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pritchard?

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

    What is Dr. John Pritchard's specialty?

    Dr. Pritchard is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.

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

    Yes, Dr. Pritchard is affiliated with Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Parkview Orthopedic Hospital, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Dekalb Hospital 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. John Pritchard accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

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

    Does Dr. John Pritchard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pritchard's office at (260) 484-8551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Pritchard's office at (260) 484-8551 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pritchard's office located?

    Dr. Pritchard's offices are located in Fort Wayne, IN and Muncie, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Pritchard have?

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