Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vittetoe, Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. David Vittetoe, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vittetoe completed his residency at Summa Health System, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Vittetoe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vittetoe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vittetoe’s office at (515) 263-9696.
Where did Dr. Vittetoe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System, Orthopedic Surgery | Summa Hlth Sys
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Is Dr. Vittetoe board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Vittetoe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vittetoe speak?
Dr. Vittetoe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vittetoe typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vittetoe 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. Vittetoe. 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:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vittetoe typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vittetoe 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. Vittetoe. 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
- 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:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
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
Does Dr. Vittetoe accept my insurance?
Dr. Vittetoe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 263-9696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vittetoe accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Vittetoe in Des Moines, IA 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
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Vittetoe's office located?
Dr. David Vittetoe's Primary Practice
1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 263-9696
What is Dr. Vittetoe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vittetoe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790749174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vittetoe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vittetoe
What is Dr. David Vittetoe's specialty?
Dr. Vittetoe is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Des Moines, IA.
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. David Vittetoe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vittetoe is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 David Vittetoe accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. David Vittetoe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Vittetoe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vittetoe's office at (515) 263-9696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Vittetoe?
Please contact Dr. Vittetoe's office at (515) 263-9696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Vittetoe have?
Dr. David Vittetoe is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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