34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lavernia, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Miami, FL?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lavernia?
Dr. Carlos Lavernia, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon 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. Lavernia empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip & Knee Replacement, Joint Reconstruction, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Lavernia is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lavernia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Lavernia board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Lavernia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1992
What languages does Dr. Lavernia speak?
Dr. Lavernia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lavernia typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lavernia 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. Lavernia. 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lavernia typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lavernia 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. Lavernia. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Lavernia accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavernia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 484-9727 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lavernia accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Lavernia in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Globe Life
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
United American Healthcare Corp (UAHC)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lavernia's office located?
Dr. Carlos Lavernia's Primary Practice
2600 SW 3rd Ave Ste 600
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 484-9727
What hospitals are Dr. Lavernia affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lavernia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lavernia's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lavernia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255326179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lavernia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lavernia