40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brindley, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. George Brindley, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Brindley completed his residency at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Southern Orthopedic Association, Western Orthopedic Association, American Orthopedic Association, and Clinical Orthopedic Society. Dr. Brindley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brindley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brindley’s office at (806) 743-1703.
Where did Dr. Brindley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: M.D. Anderson, Houston, TX
Residency: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Tx
Is Dr. Brindley board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Brindley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Brindley speak?
Dr. Brindley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Brindley typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Brindley 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. Brindley. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Brindley typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Brindley 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. Brindley. 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:
- 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. Brindley accept my insurance?
Dr. Brindley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 743-1703 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brindley accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Brindley in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Brindley's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Professional Member
Southern Orthopedic Association
Professional Member
Western Orthopedic Association
Professional Member
American Orthopedic Association
Professional Member
Clinical Orthopedic Society
Professional Member
Awards
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification
Cerner Modular EHR, Cerner Corporation
Compassionate Doctor Recognition
Vitals.com
America’s Best Doctors
America’s Best Doctors
What is Dr. Brindley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brindley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154384543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brindley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brindley
What is Dr. George Brindley's specialty?
Dr. Brindley is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Lubbock, TX.
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 this Dr. George Brindley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brindley is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Roosevelt General 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 George Brindley accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. George Brindley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Brindley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brindley's office at (806) 743-1703 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Brindley?
Please contact Dr. Brindley's office at (806) 743-1703 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Brindley have?
Dr. George Brindley is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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