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Dr. Merritt Auld, MD

Dr. Merritt Auld, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Auld, Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Merritt Auld, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Auld graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Unconfirmed Foreign Training, Orthopedic Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Auld is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auld’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auld’s office at (206) 386-2600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Auld?

    Dr. Merritt Auld, 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. Auld empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Auld is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Unconfirmed Foreign Training, Orthopedic Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center | Lennox Hill Hospital, NY

    • Medical School: University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL | University of South Dakota

    Is Dr. Auld board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Merritt Auld, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Auld speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Auld treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Auld 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. Auld. 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • 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

    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:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    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:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does Dr. Auld perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Auld 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. Auld. 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope for Adhesions
    • Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia

    CPT Codes:

    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
    • 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
    • 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Endoscopy
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Does Dr. Auld accept my insurance?

    Dr. Auld accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 386-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Auld accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Auld in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EDS

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Auld's office located?

    Dr. Merritt Auld's Primary Practice

    601 Broadway Fl 6

    Seattle, WA 98122

    (206) 386-2600

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    Dr. Merritt Auld's Practice 2

    900 Terry Ave Ste 100

    Seattle, WA 98104

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Diplomate

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

    Dr. Auld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306817358.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auld?

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

    What is Dr. Merritt Auld's specialty?

    Dr. Auld is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Seattle, WA. 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. Auld to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Merritt Auld affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Auld is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus 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 Merritt Auld accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Merritt Auld is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Merritt Auld offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Auld's office at (206) 386-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Merritt Auld?

    Please contact Dr. Auld's office at (206) 386-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Merritt Auld have?

    Dr. Merritt Auld is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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