24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkousy, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hussein Elkousy, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Elkousy graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Elkousy is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkousy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkousy’s office at (713) 799-2300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Elkousy?
Dr. Hussein Elkousy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Elkousy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Knee Surgery, Shoulder & Knee Surgery, Shoulder Instability, Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Surgery, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Elkousy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Elkousy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Elkousy board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hussein Elkousy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Elkousy speak?
Dr. Elkousy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Elkousy treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elkousy 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. Elkousy. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Peripheral tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left 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
- S83222A: Peripheral tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- 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:
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Strained Rotator Cuff
- Rotator Cuff Ligament Sprain
- Shoulder Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- S43421A: Sprain of right rotator cuff capsule, initial encounter
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
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:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dislocated Right Shoulder
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Luxation
- Displaced Right Shoulder Joint
- Right Shoulder Joint Dislocation
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43014A: Anterior dislocation of right humerus, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Elkousy perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elkousy 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. Elkousy. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
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
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
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
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
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
Does Dr. Elkousy accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkousy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 799-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkousy accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Elkousy in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elkousy's office located?
What is Dr. Elkousy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkousy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376531954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkousy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkousy
What is Dr. Hussein Elkousy's specialty?
Dr. Elkousy is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Elkousy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hussein Elkousy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkousy is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Houston Methodist 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 Hussein Elkousy accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hussein Elkousy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hussein Elkousy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkousy's office at (713) 799-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hussein Elkousy?
Please contact Dr. Elkousy's office at (713) 799-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hussein Elkousy have?
Dr. Hussein Elkousy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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