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Who is Dr. Miao, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Michael Miao, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Miao graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Miao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miao’s office at (702) 263-9082.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Miao?
Dr. Michael Miao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Miao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Reconstructive Surgery, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas, NV community, Dr. Miao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Miao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kaiser Permanente Hospital - San Diego | Kaiser Hospital / El Cajon, CA, Sports Medicine
Residency: Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery | Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Miao board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Miao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1999
What languages does Dr. Miao speak?
Dr. Miao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miao typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Miao 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. Miao. 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 both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- 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:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miao typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Miao 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. Miao. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 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
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Miao accept my insurance?
Dr. Miao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 263-9082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Miao accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Miao in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UNITE HERE HEALTH
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Miao's office located?
Dr. Michael Miao's Primary Practice
2800 E Desert Inn Rd Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 263-9082
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 7 reviews
Office Experience
97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
94% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Michael Miao an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Miao has been rated and reviewed by 7 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Miao, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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What is Dr. Miao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Miao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144208455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Miao
What is Dr. Michael Miao's specialty?
Dr. Miao is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
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 this Dr. Michael Miao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Miao is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center 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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Is Michael Miao accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Michael Miao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Miao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Miao's office at (702) 263-9082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Miao?
Please contact Dr. Miao's office at (702) 263-9082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Miao have?
Dr. Michael Miao is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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