30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kindsfater, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Collins, CO?
Dr. Kirk Kindsfater, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Collins, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Kindsfater graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kindsfater is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kindsfater’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kindsfater’s office at (970) 493-0112.
Where did Dr. Kindsfater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kindsfater board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Kindsfater, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kindsfater speak?
Dr. Kindsfater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kindsfater treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kindsfater 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. Kindsfater. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
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:
- 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does Dr. Kindsfater perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kindsfater 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. Kindsfater. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Hip Socket Replacement Revision
- Hip Replacement
- Acetabular Component Revision
- Hip Replacement Cup Revision
- Partial Hip Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27137: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; acetabular component only, with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
- Partial Knee Replacement Revision
- Knee Arthroplasty Revision
- Knee Implant Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
- Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kindsfater accept my insurance?
Dr. Kindsfater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 493-0112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kindsfater accept in Fort Collins, CO?
Dr. Kindsfater in Fort Collins, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
The Vanguard Group
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kindsfater's office located?
Dr. Kirk Kindsfater's Primary Practice
2500 E Prospect Rd
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 493-0112
What is Dr. Kindsfater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kindsfater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255314522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kindsfater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kindsfater
What is Dr. Kirk Kindsfater's specialty?
Dr. Kindsfater is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Fort Collins, CO. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Kindsfater to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirk Kindsfater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kindsfater is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, Banner North Colorado Medical Center, Banner Mckee Medical Center, East Morgan County Hospital, Sterling Regional Medcenter, Platte County Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kirk Kindsfater accepting new patients in Fort Collins, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Kindsfater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Kindsfater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kindsfater's office at (970) 493-0112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Kindsfater?
Please contact Dr. Kindsfater's office at (970) 493-0112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Kindsfater have?
Dr. Kirk Kindsfater is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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