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Dr. William Ritchie, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritchie, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. William Ritchie, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ritchie graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery. Dr. Ritchie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritchie’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritchie’s office at (505) 724-4300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ritchie?

    Dr. William Ritchie, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ritchie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Knee & Shoulder Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albuquerque/NM community, Dr. Ritchie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

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

    Yes, Dr. William Ritchie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ritchie speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ritchie treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    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:

    • Other Left Shoulder Joint Problems
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Shoulder Joint Condition
    • Left Shoulder Arthropathy
    • Left Shoulder Articular Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25812: Other specified joint disorders, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Softening of Right Knee Cartilage
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Damaged Right Knee Cartilage
    • Right Knee Chondromalacia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M94261: Chondromalacia, right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Ritchie perform?

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    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
    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    Does Dr. Ritchie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritchie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 724-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritchie accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Ritchie in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • CareGuard

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ritchie's office located?

    Dr. William Ritchie's Primary Practice

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 6600

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 724-4300

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    Dr. William Ritchie's Practice 2

    2101 Unser Blvd SE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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    Dr. William Ritchie's Practice 3

    2100 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste 410

    Albuquerque, NM 87110

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

    Dr. Ritchie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164400602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritchie?

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

    What is Dr. William Ritchie's specialty?

    Dr. Ritchie is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Ritchie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Ritchie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritchie is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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    Is William Ritchie accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. William Ritchie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Ritchie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office at (505) 724-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Ritchie?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office at (505) 724-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Ritchie have?

    Dr. William Ritchie is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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