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Dr. Kim Stearns, MD

Dr. Kim Stearns, MD

Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Strongsville, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stearns, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Strongsville, OH?

    Dr. Kim Stearns, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Strongsville, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Stearns completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Stearns is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stearns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stearns’s office at (216) 363-2222.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery

    Is Dr. Stearns board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kim Stearns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Stearns speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Stearns typically treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Stearns 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. Stearns. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Stearns typically perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Stearns 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. Stearns. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Stearns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stearns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 363-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stearns accept in Strongsville, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stearns' office located?

    Dr. Kim Stearns' Primary Practice

    16761 Southpark Ctr Ste 40

    Strongsville, OH 44136

    (216) 363-2222

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    Dr. Kim Stearns' Practice 2

    15900 Snow Rd

    Brookpark, OH 44142

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    Dr. Kim Stearns' Practice 3

    33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd

    Avon, OH 44011

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

    Dr. Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992764203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stearns?

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

    What is Dr. Kim Stearns's specialty?

    Dr. Stearns is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Strongsville, OH.

    What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.

    Is Dr. Kim Stearns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stearns is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Medina Hospital, Hillcrest 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 Dr. Kim Stearns accepting new patients in Strongsville, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Kim Stearns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kim Stearns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stearns' office at (216) 363-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kim Stearns?

    Please contact Dr. Stearns' office at (216) 363-2222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stearns' office located?

    Dr. Stearns' offices are located in Strongsville, OH, Brookpark, OH, and Avon, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kim Stearns have?

    Dr. Kim Stearns is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.