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Dr. Lalit Puri, MD

Dr. Lalit Puri, MD

Skokie, IL

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    Who is Dr. Puri, Orthopedic Surgeon in Skokie, IL?

    Dr. Lalit Puri, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Skokie, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Puri graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Puri is fluent in English, German, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puri’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puri’s office at (847) 866-7846.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Puri?

    Dr. Lalit Puri, 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. Puri empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Joint Replacement, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Skokie/IL community, Dr. Puri is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Orthopedic Surgery | McGaw Med Center Of Northwestern | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Puri board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Lalit Puri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Puri speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Puri treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Puri 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. Puri. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    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:

    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    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

    Also known as:

    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint problem
    • Joint pain
    • Arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M259: Joint disorder, unspecified

    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 Dr. Puri perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Puri 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. Puri. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Revision Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Repeat Hip Replacement
    • Hip Joint Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27132: Conversion of previous hip surgery to total hip arthroplasty, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Re-do Hip Replacement
    • Total Hip Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Knee Implant Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Puri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 866-7846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puri accept in Skokie, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Puri's office located?

    Dr. Lalit Puri's Primary Practice

    9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 2900

    Skokie, IL 60076

    (847) 866-7846

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    Dr. Lalit Puri's Practice 2

    680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 924

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Lalit Puri's Practice 3

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

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

    Dr. Puri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730110834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puri?

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

    What is Dr. Lalit Puri's specialty?

    Dr. Puri is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Skokie, 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. Puri to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lalit Puri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Puri is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lalit Puri accepting new patients in Skokie, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Lalit Puri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lalit Puri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puri's office at (847) 866-7846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lalit Puri?

    Please contact Dr. Puri's office at (847) 866-7846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lalit Puri have?

    Dr. Lalit Puri is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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