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Dr. Christopher Kavolus, MD
Greenville, SC
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kavolus, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Christopher Kavolus, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kavolus graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kavolus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kavolus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kavolus’s office at (864) 234-7654.
Where did Dr. Kavolus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Kentucky
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kavolus board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kavolus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kavolus speak?
Dr. Kavolus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kavolus typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kavolus 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. Kavolus. 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:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kavolus typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kavolus 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. Kavolus. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
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. Kavolus accept my insurance?
Dr. Kavolus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 234-7654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kavolus accept in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Kavolus in Greenville, SC 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 Blue Shield of South Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kavolus' office located?
Dr. Christopher Kavolus' Primary Practice
35 International Dr
Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 234-7654
What is Dr. Kavolus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kavolus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427015155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kavolus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kavolus
What is Dr. Christopher Kavolus's specialty?
Dr. Kavolus is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Greenville, SC.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kavolus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kavolus is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Self Regional Healthcare, Spartanburg Regional 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 Christopher Kavolus accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kavolus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kavolus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kavolus's office at (864) 234-7654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kavolus?
Please contact Dr. Kavolus's office at (864) 234-7654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kavolus have?
Dr. Christopher Kavolus is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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