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Dr. Larry Likover, MD

Dr. Larry Likover, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Likover, Orthopedic Surgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Larry Likover, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Likover graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Likover is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Likover’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Likover’s office at (713) 465-0696.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Likover board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Likover, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Likover speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    • Blood Alcohol and Drug Testing
    • Blood Alcohol Level
    • Drug Testing
    • Drug Screening
    • BAC Test
    • Toxicology Screen
    • Substance Use Testing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0283: Encounter for blood-alcohol and blood-drug test

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

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

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

    • 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    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. Likover accept my insurance?

    Dr. Likover accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 465-0696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Likover accept in Houston, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Integranet Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Verda Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Likover's office located?

    Dr. Larry Likover's Primary Practice

    902 Frostwood Dr Ste 269

    Houston, TX 77024

    (713) 465-0696

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    Dr. Larry Likover's Practice 2

    9055 Katy Fwy Ste 440

    Houston, TX 77024

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    Dr. Larry Likover's Practice 3

    3414 Ella Blvd # 41214

    Houston, TX 77018

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

    Dr. Likover's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952393233.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Likover?

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

    What is Dr. Larry Likover's specialty?

    Dr. Likover is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Houston, 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. Larry Likover affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Likover is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Oakbend Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Brazosport Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy 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 Dr. Larry Likover accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Likover is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Larry Likover offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Likover's office at (713) 465-0696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Larry Likover?

    Please contact Dr. Likover's office at (713) 465-0696 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Likover's office located?

    Dr. Likover's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Likover have?

    Dr. Larry Likover is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.