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Dr. George Chimento, MD

Orthopedics* Age 60
Dr. George Chimento, MD
4.1 (27 Ratings)

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Dr. George Chimento, MD is an Orthopedic Specialist in New Orleans, LA.
Dr. George Chimento, MD
4.1 (27 Ratings)
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Dr. George Chimento, MD

Orthopedics* Age 60
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. George Chimento, MD is an Orthopedic Specialist in New Orleans, LA.

About

Dr. Chimento graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. George Chimento, MD is an Orthopedic Specialist in New Orleans, LA and has 34 years experience. Dr. Chimento currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center, Saint Bernard Parish Hospital and St. Charles Parish Hospital. Dr. Chimento has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Knee among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chimento received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Chimento's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chimento is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Steroid Injection
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Steroid Injection
Arthrocentesis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Osteoarthritis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bunion
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Cervical Vertigo
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Infection
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hammer Toe
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Infective Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Medial Epicondylitis
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Snapping Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Bone Scan
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint Replacement, Robotic-Assisted
Knee Replacement Revision
McMurray's Test
Meniscectomy
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Spinal and Postural Screening
Synovial Biopsy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Galaxy Health Network
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • National Preferred Provider Network
  • National Healthcare Alliance
  • Medicare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • United Healthcare
  • USA Managed Care Organization
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Sterling
  • Prime Health Services
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Employers Health Network
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • PHCS
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Health Payors Organization PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • American Lifecare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • Gilsbar 360
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Provider Networks of America

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chimento
4.1
Based on 27 Reviews
5 Stars (21)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (6)

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Jun 13, 2023
He operated on my knee. I was very pleased with him
Kim — Jun 13, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Tulane University Medical Center
    1991
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Hospital For Special Surgery/Weill Medical College Of Cornell University
    2000
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. George Chimento, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chimento's profile.

Dr. Chimento frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Knee. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Chimento, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center, Saint Bernard Parish Hospital and St. Charles Parish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. George Chimento, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA

  • Saint Bernard Parish Hospital

    8000 W Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA

  • St. Charles Parish Hospital

    1057 Paul Maillard Rd, Luling, LA