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Dr. Mark Freeman, MD

Chattanooga, TN

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Freeman, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Mark Freeman, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Freeman graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Freeman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freeman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freeman’s office at (423) 778-4900.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Orthopedic Surgery | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Freeman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Freeman typically treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Freeman 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. Freeman. 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 here.

    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:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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 Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Freeman typically perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Freeman 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. Freeman. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
    • Open Neuroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

    Does Dr. Freeman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Freeman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Freeman accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Freeman in Chattanooga, TN 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 Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Freeman's office located?

    Dr. Mark Freeman's Primary Practice

    979 E 3rd St Ste C430

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 778-4900

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

    Dr. Freeman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780667865.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freeman?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Freeman's specialty?

    Dr. Freeman is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.

    What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Mark Freeman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Freeman is affiliated with Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga, Tanner Medical Center - Villa Rica, Piedmont Athens Regional, Hamilton 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

    When to see an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mark Freeman accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Freeman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Freeman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (423) 778-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Freeman?

    Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (423) 778-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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