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Dr. Jefferson Jex, MD

Bethesda, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jex, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Jefferson Jex, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jex completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Jex is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jex’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jex’s office.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Jex board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jefferson Jex, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jex speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Jex treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jex 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. Jex. 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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:

    • Distal Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken wrist
    • Wrist fracture
    • Forearm fracture
    • Radius bone break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52552D: Other extraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Leg and Hip Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital lower limb malformation
    • Pelvic girdle defect
    • Leg and hip anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q742: Other congenital malformations of lower limb(s), including pelvic girdle

    Also known as:

    • Knock-Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Knee Valgus Deformity
    • Genu Valgum
    • Knees Touching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21061: Valgus deformity, not elsewhere classified, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Buckle Fracture of Right Wrist
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Torus fracture of right wrist
    • Right distal radius buckle fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52521D: Torus fracture of lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Right Wrist
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Forearm Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52551D: Other extraarticular fracture of lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    What procedures does Dr. Jex perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jex 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. Jex. 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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
    • Open Repair of Forearm Bone Fractures
    • Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
    • Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
    • Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
    • Radius and Ulna Fracture Surgery
    • Forearm Bone Fixation
    • Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Forearm)
    • Arm Fracture ORIF

    CPT Codes:

    • 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
    • 25575: Open Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures, With Internal Fixation, When Performed; Of Radius And Ulna

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Does Dr. Jex accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jex accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jex accept in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Jex in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Erie Insurance

    • JMH Health Plan

    • Missouri Care Health Plan

    • North Carolina State Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wichita Preferred Provider Association

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    Where is Dr. Jex's office located?

    Dr. Jefferson Jex's Primary Practice

    8901 Wisconsin Ave

    Bethesda, MD 20889

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    Dr. Jefferson Jex's Practice 2

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

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    Dr. Jefferson Jex's Practice 3

    7550 W Village Cir Ste 1

    Wichita, KS 67205

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

    Dr. Jex's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194715805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jex?

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

    What is Dr. Jefferson Jex's specialty?

    Dr. Jex is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Bethesda, MD. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Jex to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jefferson Jex affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jex is affiliated with Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Clara Barton Hospital, Wesley 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 Jefferson Jex accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Jefferson Jex is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jefferson Jex offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jex's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jefferson Jex?

    Please contact Dr. Jex's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jefferson Jex have?

    Dr. Jefferson Jex is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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