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Dr. Rick Bassett, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Dr. Rick Bassett, MD
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Dr. Rick Bassett, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Harlingen, TX.
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Dr. Rick Bassett, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Harlingen, TX
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. Rick Bassett, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Harlingen, TX.

About

Dr. Bassett graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Dr. Rick Bassett, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Harlingen, TX and has 46 years experience. Dr. Bassett currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with VHS Harlingen Hospital Company. Dr. Bassett has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bassett received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 29 times. Dr. Bassett's office accepts new patients. Dr. Bassett also speaks Spanish. Dr. Bassett is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Hip Tendinitis
Osteoarthritis
Arthrocentesis
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Dysplasia
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Tendinitis
Low Back Pain
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteopenia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sacrum Disorders
Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sciatica
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Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 McKenna Allergy and Asthma Clinic
    1601 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (956) 421-2663
  2. 2 Cornerstone Regional Hospital
    2302 Cornerstone Blvd, Edinburg, TX 78539
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bassett
4.2
Based on 29 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (3)

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May 20, 2023
I had hip replacement on my two sides. I am perfectly well. Dr. Basset did an excellent job.
Aida Stinson — May 20, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Mayo Clinic-Rochester
    1979
Internship
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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. Rick Bassett, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bassett's profile.

Dr. Rick Bassett, MD is affiliated with VHS Harlingen Hospital Company.

Yes, Dr. Rick Bassett, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • VHS Harlingen Hospital Company

    2101 Pease St, Harlingen, TX