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Dr. Karl Roberts, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Roberts, Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Karl Roberts, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Roberts completed his residency at Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (616) 949-8945.

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

    • Residency: Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Grand Rapids Med Education Research Center/Msu

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    Is Dr. Roberts board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Roberts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Roberts typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Roberts typically perform?

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 949-8945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Roberts accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Roberts in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. Karl Roberts' Primary Practice

    2144 East Paris Ave SE Ste 240

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

    (616) 949-8945

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    Dr. Karl Roberts' Practice 2

    25 Michigan St NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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

    Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508827049.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Roberts's specialty?

    Dr. Roberts is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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 Dr. Karl Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Sault, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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. Karl Roberts accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Roberts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts' office at (616) 949-8945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karl Roberts?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts' office at (616) 949-8945 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. Roberts' office is located in Grand Rapids, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Roberts have?

    Dr. Karl Roberts is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.