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Dr. James L Carey, MD
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Dr. James L Carey, MD

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    Overview

    Dr. James Carey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 4 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Carey completed his residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the International Cartilage Repair Society, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons, DeForest Willard Society (University of Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Alumni Organization), and Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Society. Dr. Carey is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carey’s practice accepts Humana Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carey’s office at (215) 615-4400.
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    Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    Education & Training

    Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (Residency)

    Other Degree - Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

    Board Certifications

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2010

    Medical Conditions Treated

    conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. James Carey, may include:

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    Medical Procedures Performed

    procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. James Carey, may include:

    Orthopedic Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Arthroscopy, Orthopedic Follow Up, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Vertebroplasty, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Brace, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Laminectomy, Knee Surgery, Hip Surgery, Hand Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Knee Replacement Surgery, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Cartilage Transplantation, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Osteotomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Joint Contracture Release, Limb Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Spine Immobilization, Allograft Reconstruction, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Prosthetics, Osteotomy, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Fingers Reconstruction, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Spinal Infusions, Kyphoplasty, Partial Knee Replacement, Casting and Splinting, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Ankle Second Opinion, Knee arthroscopy, Hip arthroscopy, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up and Viscosupplementation

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carey's office.

    Insurances

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

    • Cigna

    • Humana Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Locations

    Univ of Penn Orthopedic Surgery

    235 S 33rd St

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 615-4400

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    Univ of Penn Orthopedic Surgery

    3737 Market St

    7th Floor

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 222-8875

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    Univ of Pennsylvania Orthopaedic

    2 Silverstein Building

    3400 Spruce Street

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 349-5928

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    Univ of Pennsylvania Orthopaedic

    235 S 33rd St

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 615-4406

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    Univ of Pennsylvania Orthopaedic

    51 N 39th St

    Presbyterian Medical Center

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 349-5128

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    International Cartilage Repair Society

    Member

    International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

    Member

    Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons

    Member

    DeForest Willard Society (University of Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Alumni Organization)

    Member

    Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Society

    Member

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Dr. James Carey accepting new patients?

    Yes, Dr. James Carey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Carey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (215) 615-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    Does Dr. James Carey offer telehealth appointments?

    Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (215) 615-4400 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which language(s) does Dr. James Carey speak?

    Dr. James Carey speaks English.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Carey have?

    Dr. James Carey is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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