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Dr. Troy Watson, MD

Dr. Troy Watson, MD

Las Vegas, NV

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watson, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Troy Watson, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Watson graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Watson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (702) 731-4088.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Watson?

    Dr. Troy Watson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon 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. Watson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas/NV community, Dr. Watson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Miller Orthopedic Clinic / Charlotte, NC, Surgery, Orthopedic

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | University of California | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Watson board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Troy Watson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Watson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Watson treat?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot
    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Big Toe
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Rigidus
    • Big Toe Arthritis
    • Frozen Big Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Bone Spur
    • Bone Disease
    • Right foot osteophyte
    • Right foot bone growth
    • Right foot exostosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25774: Osteophyte, right foot

    What procedures does Dr. Watson perform?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:

    • Foot Bone Infection Removal
    • Partial Foot Bone Removal
    • Foot Bone Spur Removal
    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Tarsal Coalition Removal
    • Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
    • Tarsal Bone Excision
    • Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
    • Talus Bone Excision
    • Calcaneus Bone Excision
    • Foot Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
    • Metatarsal Head Resection
    • Foot Bone Exostectomy
    • Partial Metatarsal Bone Removal
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction
    • Foot Bone Excision
    • Tarsal Bone Fusion Removal
    • Foot Coalition Surgery
    • Calcaneus Osteotomy
    • Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Dwyer Procedure
    • Chambers Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
    • 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
    • 28288: Ostectomy, partial, exostectomy or condylectomy, metatarsal head, each metatarsal head
    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
    • 28116: Ostectomy, excision of tarsal coalition
    • 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
    • Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
    • Removal of Bone Near Big Toe Joint
    • Hallux Valgus Repair
    • Bunionectomy with Sesamoidectomy
    • Big Toe Deformity Correction
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
    • Hallux Valgus Correction
    • Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
    • Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
    • Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
    • Big toe joint debridement
    • First MTP joint release
    • Sesamoid Bone Removal
    • Big Toe Sesamoidectomy
    • Foot Bone Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28292: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
    • 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
    • 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
    • 28315: Sesamoidectomy, first toe (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Ankle Arthroscopy with Loose Body Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement
    • Arthroscopic Ankle Foreign Body Removal
    • Keyhole Ankle Surgery for Debris
    • Ankle Joint Clean-up (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
    • 29894: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body

    Also known as:

    • Partial Fibula Bone Removal
    • Shin Bone Partial Removal
    • Fibula Osteomyelitis Surgery
    • Bone Excision (Fibula)
    • Craterization of Fibula
    • Tibia Bone Excision
    • Shin Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27641: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); fibula
    • 27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia

    Also known as:

    • Partial Removal of Toe Bone
    • Toe phalanx excision
    • Toe bone cleaning
    • Osteomyelitis toe treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe

    Also known as:

    • Foot Abscess Drainage (Multiple Areas)
    • Deep Foot Infection Drainage
    • Foot Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Multiple Foot Abscess Treatment
    • Foot Fascia Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 28003: Incision and drainage below fascia, with or without tendon sheath involvement, foot; multiple areas

    Also known as:

    • Large Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Major Bone Grafting
    • Autograft
    • Allograft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Endoscopy
    • Keyhole Ankle Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
    • Ankle Bone Defect Excision
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
    • Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
    • Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
    • Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
    • Achilles Tendon Repair with Graft
    • Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
    • Graft for Achilles Tendon
    • Re-repair Achilles Tendon
    • Ankle Tendon Surgery
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
    • 27652: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon; with graft (includes obtaining graft)

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Subtalar Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery
    • Ankle Joint Fusion
    • Subtalar Arthrodesis
    • Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
    • Talocalcaneal Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
    • 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Repair (Both Collateral Ligaments)
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure
    • Ankle Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Disrupted Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Sprain Surgery
    • Lateral and Medial Ankle Ligament Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
    • 27696: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; both collateral ligaments

    Also known as:

    • Toe Joint Capsule Release
    • Toe Capsulotomy
    • Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
    • Toe Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Leg/Ankle)
    • Leg Soft Tissue Excision
    • Ankle Tumor Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
    • Leg/Ankle Lump Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 27619: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of leg or ankle area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Leg Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Secondary Leg Tendon Repair
    • Leg Tendon Graft
    • Flexor Tendon Surgery Leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27659: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; secondary, with or without graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Leg Compartment Decompression Surgery (Posterior)
    • Posterior Compartment Fasciotomy
    • Leg Fasciotomy
    • Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome Surgery
    • Leg Pressure Release Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27601: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; posterior compartment(s) only

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
    • Deep tendon rerouting
    • Tendon transplant surgery
    • Muscle redirection surgery
    • Tibial tendon transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

    Also known as:

    • Toe Deformity Correction (Soft Tissue)
    • Angular Toe Deformity Repair
    • Overlapping Toe Correction
    • Curly Toe Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28313: Reconstruction, angular deformity of toe, soft tissue procedures only (eg, overlapping second toe, fifth toe, curly toes)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Joint Surgery for Loose Body Removal
    • Intertarsal Joint Exploration
    • Tarsometatarsal Joint Drainage
    • Foot Joint Foreign Body Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28020: Arthrotomy, including exploration, drainage, or removal of loose or foreign body; intertarsal or tarsometatarsal joint

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Small Foot or Toe Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Foot Tumor Excision
    • Toe Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Intramuscular Foot Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28045: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of foot or toe, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Peroneal Tendon Dislocation Repair
    • Ankle Tendon Stabilization
    • Peroneal Tendon Fix
    • Dislocating Tendon Repair Ankle

    CPT Codes:

    • 27675: Repair, dislocating peroneal tendons; without fibular osteotomy

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Ankle Joint Reduction (Anesthesia)
    • Ankle Manipulation with Fixation
    • Ankle Realignment Under Sedation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27860: Manipulation of ankle under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation apparatus)

    Also known as:

    • Finger/Toe Joint Capsule Release
    • Interphalangeal Joint Capsulotomy
    • Finger Joint Release
    • Toe Joint Capsule Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28272: Capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Tendon Release (Multiple)
    • Extensor Tendon Release (Foot)
    • Foot Tendon Adhesion Removal
    • Multiple Foot Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28226: Tenolysis, extensor, foot; multiple tendons

    Also known as:

    • Open Talus Fracture Repair
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Talus Bone Fixation
    • Open Reduction of Talus Fracture
    • Ankle Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28445: Open treatment of talus fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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:

    • Nerve End Implantation into Bone or Muscle
    • Digital Nerve Neuroma Removal
    • Nerve Implantation
    • Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR)
    • Nerve Transfer to Muscle
    • Finger Nerve Tumor Excision
    • Toe Nerve Tumor Removal
    • Neuroma Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 64787: Implantation of nerve end into bone or muscle (List separately in addition to neuroma excision)
    • 64776: Excision of neuroma; digital nerve, 1 or both, same digit

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 731-4088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Watson in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Unite Here Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Troy Watson's Primary Practice

    2800 E Desert Inn Rd Ste 100

    Las Vegas, NV 89121

    (702) 731-4088

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    Dr. Troy Watson's Practice 2

    2930 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy Ste 100

    Henderson, NV 89052

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    Dr. Troy Watson's Practice 3

    8205 W Warm Springs Rd Ste 250

    Las Vegas, NV 89113

    (702) 731-1616

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

    Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780662817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?

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

    What is Dr. Troy Watson's specialty?

    Dr. Watson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV. Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for children’s foot and ankle conditions. Contact Dr. Watson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Troy Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Henderson 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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    Is Troy Watson accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Troy Watson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Troy Watson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (702) 731-4088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Troy Watson?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (702) 731-4088 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Troy Watson have?

    Dr. Troy Watson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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