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Dr. Joseph Salama, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Farmington Hills, MI

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salama, Orthopedic Surgeon in Farmington Hills, MI?

    Dr. Joseph Salama, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Farmington Hills, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Salama completed his residency at Grace Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Sinai Hosp, General Surgery Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Providence Hospital. Dr. Salama is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salama’s office at (734) 936-4280.

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

    • Residency: Grace Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Sinai Hosp, General Surgery Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine | Grace Hospital

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Salama board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Salama, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Salama speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

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

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

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

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

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    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:

    • 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. Salama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-4280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salama accept in Farmington Hills, MI?

    Dr. Salama in Farmington Hills, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salama's office located?

    Providence Birmingham Orthopaedics

    30055 Northwestern Hwy Ste L-30

    Farmington Hills, MI 48334

    (734) 936-4280

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    Providence Hospital

    16001 W 9 Mile Rd Fl 3

    Southfield, MI 48075

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    Dr. Joseph Salama's Practice 3

    1400 Genesys Pkwy # B136

    Grand Blanc, MI 48439

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    What hospitals are Dr. Salama affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Salama has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Corewell Health Taylor Hospital,Taylor, MI
    Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital,Plattsburgh, NY

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

    Dr. Salama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255348439.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salama?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Salama's specialty?

    Dr. Salama is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Farmington Hills, MI.

    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. Joseph Salama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salama is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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. Joseph Salama accepting new patients in Farmington Hills, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Salama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Salama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salama's office at (734) 936-4280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Salama?

    Please contact Dr. Salama's office at (734) 936-4280 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salama's office located?

    Dr. Salama's offices are located in Farmington Hills, MI, Southfield, MI, and Grand Blanc, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Salama have?

    Dr. Joseph Salama is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.