Orthopaedic Surgeons Accepting UnitedHealthcare in MissouriPage 3
48 verified orthopaedic surgeons in Missouri accept UnitedHealthcare. Profiles cover focus areas including Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement, and Orthopaedic Trauma. Common hospital affiliations include SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis, University of Missouri Health Care, and Bothwell Regional Health Center.


Clayton Nuelle, M.D.
Orthopaedics
Columbia, MO15+ years


Steven Defroda, MD
Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, MO10+ years


Andrew Palmisano, MD
Orthopaedics
Lees Summit, MO15+ years


Brian Fissel, M.D.
Orthopaedics
Saint Louis, MO20+ years


Jay Rapley, M.D.
Orthopaedics
Lees Summit, MO20+ years


Joshua Nadaud, M.D.
Orthopaedics
Saint Louis, MO20+ years


Paul Cowan, MD
Orthopaedics
Independence, MO15+ years


Christopher Shaw, M.D.
Orthopaedics
Kansas City, MO15+ years
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these orthopaedic surgeons accept UnitedHealthcare?
Each profile on this page lists UnitedHealthcare among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What UnitedHealthcare plans do these orthopaedic surgeons accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact UnitedHealthcare plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a orthopaedic surgeon that takes UnitedHealthcare?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement, and Orthopaedic Trauma. Then verify the specific UnitedHealthcare plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
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