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Dr. Erling Ho, MD

Dr. Erling Ho, MD

Riverside, IL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ho, Orthopedic Surgeon in Riverside, IL?

    Dr. Erling Ho, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Ho completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Ho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (708) 442-0221.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ho?

    Dr. Erling Ho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic 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. Ho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Fractures, Knee Surgery, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Riverside/IL community, Dr. Ho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Ho board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Erling Ho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ho speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ho treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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 right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • 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
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Muscle Strain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    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
    • S46011D: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, subsequent encounter

    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:

    • 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 Dr. Ho perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Surgery
    • Shoulder Adhesiolysis
    • Frozen Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Joint Cleaning

    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
    • 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 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])
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 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])
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion

    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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
    • Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Epicondylitis Repair
    • Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
    • Open Tendon Debridement Elbow

    CPT Codes:

    • 24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment

    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

    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

    Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 442-0221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in Riverside, IL?

    Dr. Ho in Riverside, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Auxiant

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ho's office located?

    Dr. Erling Ho's Primary Practice

    353 E Burlington St Ste 100

    Riverside, IL 60546

    (708) 442-0221

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    Dr. Erling Ho's Practice 2

    5201 Willow Springs Rd Ste 280

    La Grange Highlands, IL 60525

    (708) 442-0221

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    Dr. Erling Ho's Practice 3

    6084 S Archer Ave Fl 1

    Chicago, IL 60638

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Erling Ho?

    Dr. Ho has appointments available at his Riverside, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952381865.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?

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

    What is Dr. Erling Ho's specialty?

    Dr. Ho is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Riverside, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Ho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erling Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with MacNeal 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 Erling Ho accepting new patients in Riverside, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Erling Ho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erling Ho offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ho, or call (708) 442-0221 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Erling Ho?

    Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (708) 442-0221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erling Ho have?

    Dr. Erling Ho is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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