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Dr. Christopher Dougherty, DO
Bentonville, AR
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dougherty, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Bentonville, AR?
Dr. Christopher Dougherty, DO is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bentonville, AR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dougherty graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at OMECO/Oklahoma State University Medical Center Program. Dr. Dougherty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dougherty’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dougherty’s office at (479) 273-1111.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dougherty?
Dr. Christopher Dougherty, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dougherty empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bentonville, AR community, Dr. Dougherty is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dougherty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: OMECO/Oklahoma State University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dougherty speak?
Dr. Dougherty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty. 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:
- Other Right Hip Joint Problems
- Other Left Hip Joint Problems
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Joint Condition
- Right Hip Arthropathy
- Right Hip Articular Disorder
- Left Hip Joint Condition
- Left Hip Arthropathy
- Left Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
- M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Left Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
- Left Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Left Hip Ligament
- Left Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
- S73192A: Other sprain of left hip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cartilage Disorder in Hip
- Cartilage Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Cartilage Damage
- Hip Chondropathy
- Hip Cartilage Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24152: Other articular cartilage disorders, left hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty. 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:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
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
Does Dr. Dougherty accept my insurance?
Dr. Dougherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 273-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dougherty accept in Bentonville, AR?
Dr. Dougherty in Bentonville, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?
Dr. Christopher Dougherty's Primary Practice
1504 SE 28th St
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 273-1111
What is Dr. Dougherty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124012000.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dougherty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dougherty
What is Dr. Christopher Dougherty's specialty?
Dr. Dougherty is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Bentonville, AR.
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 this Dr. Christopher Dougherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dougherty is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Northwest Medical Center-Bentonville. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Dougherty accepting new patients in Bentonville, AR?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dougherty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Dougherty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (479) 273-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dougherty?
Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (479) 273-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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