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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rytel, Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Michael Rytel, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Rytel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rytel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rytel’s office at (412) 661-5500.
What languages does Dr. Rytel speak?
Dr. Rytel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Rytel typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Rytel 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. Rytel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Rytel typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Rytel 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. Rytel. 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 here.
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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Rytel accept my insurance?
Dr. Rytel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 661-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rytel accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Rytel in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Consumers Choice Health Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Rytel's office located?
What is Dr. Rytel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rytel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538151030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rytel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rytel
What is Dr. Michael Rytel's specialty?
Dr. Rytel is a Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
Is this Dr. Michael Rytel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rytel is affiliated with Acmh Hospital, Butler Memorial Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Meadville Medical Center, Independence Health Westmoreland 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
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Is Michael Rytel accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Rytel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Rytel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rytel's office at (412) 661-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Rytel?
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