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Dr. Richard Illgen, MD

Dr. Richard Illgen, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Madison, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Illgen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Madison, WI?

    Dr. Richard Illgen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Illgen completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Illgen is fluent in English, Hebrew, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Illgen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Illgen’s office at (608) 263-1530.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Illgen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Illgen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Illgen speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Polish
    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Illgen 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. Illgen. 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 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
    • 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:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

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

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

    • 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. Illgen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Illgen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Illgen accept in Madison, WI?

    Dr. Illgen in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Illgen's office located?

    Dr. Richard Illgen's Primary Practice

    4602 Eastpark Blvd

    Madison, WI 53718

    (608) 263-1530

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    Dr. Richard Illgen's Practice 2

    202 S Park St

    Madison, WI 53715

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    Dr. Richard Illgen's Practice 3

    137 S Main St

    Oregon, WI 53575

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

    Dr. Illgen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255395976.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Illgen?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Illgen's specialty?

    Dr. Illgen is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Madison, WI.

    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. Richard Illgen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Illgen is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point 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. Richard Illgen accepting new patients in Madison, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Illgen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Illgen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Illgen's office at (608) 263-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Illgen?

    Please contact Dr. Illgen's office at (608) 263-1530 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Illgen's office located?

    Dr. Illgen's offices are located in Madison, WI and Oregon, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Illgen have?

    Dr. Richard Illgen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.