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Dr. Leo Chough, MD

Dr. Leo Chough, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Moses Lake, WA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chough, Orthopedic Surgeon in Moses Lake, WA?

    Dr. Leo Chough, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Moses Lake, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chough completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Chough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chough’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chough’s office at (509) 793-9789.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Chough board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Leo Chough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chough speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chough typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chough 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. Chough. 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 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chough typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chough 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. Chough. 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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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

    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:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    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. Chough accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 793-9789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chough accept in Moses Lake, WA?

    Dr. Chough in Moses Lake, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chough's office located?

    Dr. Leo Chough's Primary Practice

    1550 S Pioneer Way Ste 350

    Moses Lake, WA 98837

    (509) 793-9789

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    Dr. Leo Chough's Practice 2

    801 E Wheeler Rd

    Moses Lake, WA 98837

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

    Dr. Chough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053397901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chough?

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

    What is Dr. Leo Chough's specialty?

    Dr. Chough is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Moses Lake, WA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Leo Chough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chough is affiliated with Gritman Medical Center, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Samaritan Hospital - Moses Lake, Wa 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 Dr. Leo Chough accepting new patients in Moses Lake, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Leo Chough is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leo Chough offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chough's office at (509) 793-9789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leo Chough?

    Please contact Dr. Chough's office at (509) 793-9789 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chough's office located?

    Dr. Chough's office is located in Moses Lake, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leo Chough have?

    Dr. Leo Chough is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.