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Who is Dr. Yoldas, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Erol Yoldas, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yoldas completed his residency at Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, General Surgery. Dr. Yoldas is fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yoldas’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yoldas’s office at (954) 866-9699.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yoldas?
Dr. Erol Yoldas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yoldas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Elbow Injuries, Knee Injuries, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Shoulder & Knee Reconstruction, Sports Injuries, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fort Lauderdale, FL community, Dr. Yoldas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yoldas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: SPORTS MEDICINE, Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Vail, CO
Residency: Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, General Surgery | University Health Center Of Pittsburgh
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yoldas board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Erol Yoldas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Yoldas speak?
Dr. Yoldas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
Turkish
Ukrainian
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yoldas typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yoldas 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. Yoldas. 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:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yoldas typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yoldas 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. Yoldas. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Does Dr. Yoldas accept my insurance?
Dr. Yoldas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 866-9699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yoldas accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Yoldas in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yoldas' office located?
Recognitions
Awards
South Florida Super Doctors
What is Dr. Yoldas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yoldas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528023314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yoldas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yoldas
What is Dr. Erol Yoldas's specialty?
Dr. Yoldas is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Erol Yoldas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yoldas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Broward Health Medical Center. 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 Erol Yoldas accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Erol Yoldas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erol Yoldas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yoldas's office at (954) 866-9699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erol Yoldas?
Please contact Dr. Yoldas's office at (954) 866-9699 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erol Yoldas have?
Dr. Erol Yoldas is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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