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Dr. Robert Royster, MD

Dr. Robert Royster, MD

Duluth, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Royster, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Duluth, GA?

    Dr. Robert Royster, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duluth, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Royster graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Orthopedic Surgery; Atlanta Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Royster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Royster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Royster’s office at (404) 355-0743.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Orthopedic Surgery; Atlanta Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Royster board certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Royster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Royster speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Royster treat?

    As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Royster 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. Royster. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    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:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Royster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Royster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 355-0743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Royster accept in Duluth, GA?

    Dr. Royster in Duluth, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Royster's office located?

    Peachtree Orthopedics

    Peachtree Orthopedics

    3870 Pleasant Hill Road

    Suite 1

    Duluth, GA 30096

    (404) 355-0743

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    Peachtree Orthopedics

    3200 Downwood Circle NW

    Suite 700 & 500

    Atlanta, GA 30327

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

    Dr. Royster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669474615.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Royster?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Royster's specialty?

    Dr. Royster is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Duluth, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Royster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Royster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Royster is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist with 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 Robert Royster accepting new patients in Duluth, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Royster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Royster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Royster's office at (404) 355-0743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Royster?

    Please contact Dr. Royster's office at (404) 355-0743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Royster have?

    Dr. Robert Royster is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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