Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Korthauer, Orthopedic Surgeon in Kingwood, TX?
Dr. Ken Korthauer is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kingwood, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Korthauer graduated from University of Texas - Austin and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Korthauer is fluent in English, Spanish, and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Korthauer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Korthauer’s office at (281) 359-5115.
Where did Dr. Korthauer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | University Of Nm School Of Med | University of New Mexico | University of New Mexico Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | University of Texas - Austin | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Korthauer board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ken Korthauer is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Korthauer speak?
Dr. Korthauer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Swedish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Korthauer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Korthauer 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. Korthauer. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Korthauer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Korthauer 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. Korthauer. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage 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
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
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:
- 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Korthauer accept my insurance?
Dr. Korthauer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 359-5115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Korthauer accept in Kingwood, TX?
Dr. Korthauer in Kingwood, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Fidelity
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Korthauer's office located?
What is Dr. Korthauer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Korthauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215925508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Korthauer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Korthauer
What is Dr. Ken Korthauer's specialty?
Dr. Korthauer is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Kingwood, TX.
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 this Dr. Ken Korthauer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Korthauer is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood, Houston Physicians' Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 Ken Korthauer accepting new patients in Kingwood, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ken Korthauer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ken Korthauer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Korthauer's office at (281) 359-5115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ken Korthauer?
Please contact Dr. Korthauer's office at (281) 359-5115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ken Korthauer have?
Dr. Ken Korthauer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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