Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thal, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Raymond Thal, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thal graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Thal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thal’s office at (301) 530-1010.
Where did Dr. Thal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Orthopedic Research of Virginia
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery | Long Island Jewish Medical Center | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thal board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Raymond Thal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Thal speak?
Dr. Thal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thal typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thal 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. Thal. 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
- 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
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thal typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thal 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. Thal. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
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:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- 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])
- 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:
- 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. Thal accept my insurance?
Dr. Thal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 530-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thal accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Thal in Bethesda, MD 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
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gravie Insurance
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thal's office located?
Dr. Raymond Thal's Primary Practice
10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 530-1010
What is Dr. Thal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366425753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thal
What is Dr. Raymond Thal's specialty?
Dr. Thal is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Bethesda, MD.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Raymond Thal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thal is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Raymond Thal accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Raymond Thal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raymond Thal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thal's office at (301) 530-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raymond Thal?
Please contact Dr. Thal's office at (301) 530-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raymond Thal have?
Dr. Raymond Thal is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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