Dr. Bruce Monaco, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Orthopedic Surgeon

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Monaco, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?

Dr. Bruce Monaco, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Monaco graduated from Rush and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital. Dr. Monaco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monaco’s office.

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

Residency: Michael Reese Hospital
Medical School: Rush

Is Dr. Monaco board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Bruce Monaco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Monaco speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Monaco typically treat?

As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Monaco 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. Monaco. 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:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Median Nerve Compression
Wrist Nerve Entrapment
Right Wrist Nerve Compression
Right Hand Numbness
Right CTS

ICD-10 Codes:

G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

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:

Frozen Shoulder
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Adhesive Capsulitis
Shoulder Stiffness
Stiff Shoulder Syndrome

ICD-10 Codes:

M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder

Also known as:

Osteoarthritis of both knees
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Monaco typically perform?

As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Monaco may include:

Please contact Dr. Monaco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Monaco accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Monaco's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Monaco's office located?

Dr. Bruce Monaco's Primary Practice

9001 Summa Ave

Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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What hospitals are Dr. Monaco affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Monaco has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Monaco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609883297.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monaco?

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

What is Dr. Bruce Monaco's specialty?

Dr. Monaco is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.

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 Dr. Bruce Monaco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Monaco is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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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