30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palafox, Orthopedic Surgeon in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Andrew Palafox, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Palafox graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery. Dr. Palafox is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palafox’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palafox’s office at (915) 533-7465.
Where did Dr. Palafox go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Is Dr. Palafox board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Palafox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Palafox speak?
Dr. Palafox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Palafox typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Palafox 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. Palafox. 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Palafox typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Palafox 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. Palafox. 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:
- 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:
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
Does Dr. Palafox accept my insurance?
Dr. Palafox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 533-7465 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palafox accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Palafox in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palafox's office located?
Dr. Andrew Palafox's Primary Practice
3100 N Lee Trevino Dr Ste B
El Paso, TX 79936
(915) 533-7465
What is Dr. Palafox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palafox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700866407.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palafox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palafox
What is Dr. Andrew Palafox's specialty?
Dr. Palafox is a Orthopedic Surgeon near El Paso, TX.
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 this Dr. Andrew Palafox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palafox is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, Christus Health 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 Andrew Palafox accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Palafox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Palafox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palafox's office at (915) 533-7465 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Palafox?
Please contact Dr. Palafox's office at (915) 533-7465 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Palafox have?
Dr. Andrew Palafox is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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