Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pinnello, Orthopedic Surgeon in Aurora, IL?
Dr. John Pinnello, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pinnello completed his residency at Indiana University Medical Center - Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Pinnello is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pinnello’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pinnello’s office at (630) 978-3800.
Where did Dr. Pinnello go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Indiana University Medical Center - Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago (Education)
What languages does Dr. Pinnello speak?
Dr. Pinnello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Pinnello typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Pinnello 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. Pinnello. 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
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Pinnello typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Pinnello 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. Pinnello. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Pinnello accept my insurance?
Dr. Pinnello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 978-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pinnello accept in Aurora, IL?
Dr. Pinnello in Aurora, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pinnello's office located?
What is Dr. Pinnello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pinnello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750354023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pinnello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pinnello
What is Dr. John Pinnello's specialty?
Dr. Pinnello is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Aurora, IL.
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. John Pinnello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pinnello is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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 John Pinnello accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?
No, Dr. John Pinnello is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Pinnello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pinnello's office at (630) 978-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Pinnello?
Please contact Dr. Pinnello's office at (630) 978-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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