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Dr. Freddy Achecar, MD

Dr. Freddy Achecar, MD

Smyrna, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Achecar, Orthopedic Surgeon in Smyrna, GA?

    Dr. Freddy Achecar, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Smyrna, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Achecar graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Achecar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Achecar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Achecar’s office at (770) 423-2180.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Campbell Clinic | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Achecar board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Freddy Achecar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Achecar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Achecar treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Achecar 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. Achecar. 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
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Knee Joint Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Internal Knee Derangement
    • Knee Joint Problem
    • Knee Instability

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
    • M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • 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:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Does Dr. Achecar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Achecar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 423-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Achecar accept in Smyrna, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Achecar's office located?

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    4441 Atlanta Rd.

    Suite 207

    Smyrna, GA 30080

    (770) 423-2180

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    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    2041 Mesa Valley Way

    Suite 100

    Austell, GA 30106

    (770) 944-1100

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    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    6001 Professional Pkwy

    Suite 1040

    Douglasville, GA 30134

    (770) 949-7400

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

    Dr. Achecar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447245394.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Achecar?

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

    What is Dr. Freddy Achecar's specialty?

    Dr. Achecar is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Smyrna, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Achecar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Freddy Achecar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Achecar is affiliated with Wellstar Windy Hill, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center 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 Freddy Achecar accepting new patients in Smyrna, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Freddy Achecar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Freddy Achecar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Achecar's office at (770) 423-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Freddy Achecar?

    Please contact Dr. Achecar's office at (770) 423-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Freddy Achecar have?

    Dr. Freddy Achecar is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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