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Dr. James Mccarthy, MD

Dr. James Mccarthy, MD

Cincinnati, OH

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    Who is Dr. Mccarthy, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. James Mccarthy, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mccarthy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccarthy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccarthy’s office at (513) 636-4785.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mccarthy?

    Dr. James Mccarthy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Mccarthy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Hip Disorders-Pediatric, Lower Limb Surgery in Children, Neuromuscular Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati/OH community, Dr. Mccarthy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      What languages does Dr. Mccarthy speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does Dr. Mccarthy treat?

      As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy. 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:

      • Other Cerebral Palsy
      • Cerebral Palsy
      • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
      • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
      • Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
      • Paralysis
      • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
      • Atypical CP
      • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
      • CP
      • Brain paralysis
      • Childhood motor disorder
      • Quadriplegic CP
      • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
      • Four-limb spastic paralysis
      • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
      • Hemiplegic CP
      • Spastic CP affecting one side
      • One-sided spastic paralysis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G808: Other cerebral palsy
      • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
      • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
      • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
      • G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy

      Also known as:

      • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
      • Unstable Hip at Birth
      • Birth Defects
      • Hip Injuries and Disorder
      • Congenital Hip Malformation
      • Birth Defect of Hip
      • Abnormal Hip Development
      • Congenital Hip Instability
      • Unstable Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
      • Loose Hip Joint in Baby

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
      • Q656: Congenital unstable hip

      Also known as:

      • Walking and Mobility Problems
      • Walking Problems
      • Gait Abnormalities
      • Trouble Moving
      • Mobility Issues

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

      Also known as:

      • Unequal Limb Length
      • Bone Disease
      • Limb Length Discrepancy
      • Leg Length Inequality
      • Arm Length Difference

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site

      Also known as:

      • Acquired Limb Deformity
      • Leg Injuries and Disorder
      • Limb Shape Problems
      • Deformed Arm
      • Deformed Leg

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M21851: Other specified acquired deformities of right thigh

      What procedures does Dr. Mccarthy perform?

      As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy. 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:

      • Long Arm Cast Application
      • Short Leg Cast Application
      • Long Leg Cast Application
      • Shoulder to hand cast
      • Full arm cast
      • Arm fracture cast
      • Below Knee Cast
      • Lower Leg Cast
      • Foot and Ankle Cast
      • Full leg cast
      • Thigh to toe cast
      • Leg cast application
      • Full leg immobilization

      CPT Codes:

      • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
      • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
      • 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);

      Also known as:

      • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
      • Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
      • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
      • Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
      • Closed Treatment of Forearm Bone Fractures (No Manipulation)
      • Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
      • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
      • Colles Fracture Treatment
      • Smith Fracture Treatment
      • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
      • Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
      • Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
      • Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
      • Metatarsal Fracture Care
      • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
      • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
      • Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
      • Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
      • Clavicle Fracture Management
      • Radial Shaft Fracture Treatment
      • Ulnar Shaft Fracture Treatment
      • Non-Manipulative Forearm Fracture Care
      • Phalanx Fracture Treatment
      • Closed Finger Fracture Care
      • Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
      • Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair

      CPT Codes:

      • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
      • 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
      • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
      • 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
      • 25560: Closed Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures; Without Manipulation
      • 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each

      Also known as:

      • Growth Plate Surgery of Thigh Bone
      • Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
      • Distal Femur Growth Plate Arrest
      • Epiphysiodesis of Femur
      • Greater Trochanter Growth Arrest
      • Thigh Bone Growth Plate Stapling
      • Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
      • Guided Growth Surgery
      • Leg Straightening Surgery
      • Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
      • Epiphysiodesis of femur
      • Knee growth plate surgery
      • Femur growth arrest

      CPT Codes:

      • 27185: Epiphyseal arrest by epiphysiodesis or stapling, greater trochanter of femur
      • 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
      • 27475: Arrest, epiphyseal, any method (eg, epiphysiodesis); distal femur

      Also known as:

      • Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
      • Anesthesia
      • Diagnostic Imaging
      • Hip arthrogram injection
      • Diagnostic hip injection
      • Hip pain injection

      CPT Codes:

      • 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia

      Also known as:

      • Short Arm Cast Application
      • Elbow to Finger Cast
      • Forearm Cast
      • Arm Immobilization Cast

      CPT Codes:

      • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

      Also known as:

      • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
      • Hardware Removal Surgery
      • Buried Implant Extraction
      • Orthopedic Implant Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

      Also known as:

      • Hamstring Tendon Lengthening
      • Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
      • Hamstring Tendon Lengthening (Multiple)
      • Hamstring Lengthening Surgery
      • Tendon Release Hamstring
      • Bilateral Hamstring Lengthening
      • Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
      • Adductor Tenotomy Hip
      • Open Release of Hip Adductor
      • Hamstring Release Surgery
      • Tendon Lengthening Leg
      • Tight Hamstring Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 27395: Lengthening of hamstring tendon; multiple tendons, bilateral
      • 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open
      • 27394: Lengthening of hamstring tendon; multiple tendons, 1 leg

      Also known as:

      • Hip Adductor Tendon Release
      • Percutaneous Hip Tenotomy
      • Hip Adductor Tenotomy
      • Groin Tendon Release

      CPT Codes:

      • 27000: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, percutaneous (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
      • Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
      • Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
      • Shin Bone Fracture Care

      CPT Codes:

      • 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation

      Also known as:

      • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
      • Gastrocnemius Release
      • Strayer Procedure
      • Calf Tightness Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Ankle Joint Surgery with Tendon Release
      • Ankle Arthrotomy
      • Posterior Ankle Capsule Release
      • Achilles Tendon Lengthening
      • Ankle Tendon Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 27612: Arthrotomy, posterior capsular release, ankle, with or without Achilles tendon lengthening

      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:

      • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
      • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
      • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
      • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

      Also known as:

      • Open Toe Tendon Release
      • Flexor Tenotomy Toe
      • Toe Tendon Lengthening
      • Hammer Toe Surgery
      • Toe Tendon Cut

      CPT Codes:

      • 28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
      • Extremity Chemodenervation
      • Spasticity Injection
      • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
      • Muscle Denervation

      CPT Codes:

      • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

      Also known as:

      • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
      • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
      • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
      • Botox for spasticity (additional)
      • Nerve denervation (chemical)

      CPT Codes:

      • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
      • Nebulizer Treatment
      • Aerosol Treatment
      • IPPB Treatment
      • Airway Obstruction Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

      Also known as:

      • Group Speech Therapy
      • Group Language Therapy
      • Group Voice Therapy
      • Group Communication Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

      Also known as:

      • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
      • Benign Skin Growth Excision
      • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
      • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

      CPT Codes:

      • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

      Does Dr. Mccarthy accept my insurance?

      Dr. Mccarthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Mccarthy accept in Cincinnati, OH?

      Dr. Mccarthy in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • CareSource

      • Centene

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Humana

      • State of Indiana

      • State of Kentucky

      • State of Nevada

      • State of Ohio

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Mccarthy's office located?

      Dr. James Mccarthy's Primary Practice

      3333 Burnet Ave # 2017

      Cincinnati, OH 45229

      (513) 636-4785

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      Dr. James Mccarthy's Practice 2

      5899 Harrison Ave Ste 6011

      Cincinnati, OH 45248

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

      Dr. Mccarthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780652354.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccarthy?

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

      What is Dr. James Mccarthy's specialty?

      Dr. Mccarthy is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Mccarthy to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. James Mccarthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Mccarthy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. 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 James Mccarthy accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

      Yes, Dr. James Mccarthy is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. James Mccarthy offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office at (513) 636-4785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with James Mccarthy?

      Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office at (513) 636-4785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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