37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tippets, Orthopedic Surgeon in Anniston, AL?
Where did Dr. Tippets go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tripler Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Tippets board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Duane Tippets, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tippets speak?
Dr. Tippets and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tippets typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tippets 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. Tippets. 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
- 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
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Spinal Enthesopathy of the Lower Back and Sacrum
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbosacral enthesopathy
- lower back tendon inflammation
- sacral ligament pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4607: Spinal enthesopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tippets typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tippets 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. Tippets. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
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:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Does Dr. Tippets accept my insurance?
Dr. Tippets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 236-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tippets accept in Anniston, AL?
Dr. Tippets in Anniston, AL 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 Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Tippets' office located?
Dr. Duane Tippets' Primary Practice
731 Leighton Ave Ste 300
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 236-4121
What hospitals are Dr. Tippets affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tippets has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tippets's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tippets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043209513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tippets?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tippets