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Who is Dr. Diaz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sanford, FL?
Dr. Michael Diaz, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sanford, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Diaz completed his residency at Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office.
Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
Is Dr. Diaz board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Diaz, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Diaz treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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 both knees
- 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
What procedures does Dr. Diaz perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- 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 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
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. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Sanford, FL?
Dr. Diaz in Sanford, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?
What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780646216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Michael Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Sanford, FL. 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. Diaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Diaz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oswego 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 Michael Diaz accepting new patients in Sanford, FL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Diaz have?
Dr. Michael Diaz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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