Dr. William Orval Runge, MD is an orthopedist in Colorado Springs, CO specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and hand surgery. He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Dr. William Orval Runge, MD is affiliated with UCHealth, Massachusetts General Hospital, POUDRE VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP LLC and UCHealth Orthopedics Clinic - Eastview.
UCHealth Orthopedics Clinic - Eastview
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.
In 2013, Dr. William Orval Runge, MD had a list price for shoulder reconstruction that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Colorado. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.
The top procedures that Dr. William Orval Runge, MD treated as an orthopedist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2023 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and upper extremity surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William Orval Runge, MD for Medicare patients.
| joint surgery | 11 |
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| reconstructive surgery | 11 |
| upper extremity surgery | 11 |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William Orval Runge, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. William Orval Runge, MD treated as an orthopedist in Colorado Springs, CO were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and upper extremity surgery.
| joint surgery | 11 |
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| reconstructive surgery | 11 |
| upper extremity surgery | 11 |
Dr. William Orval Runge, MD graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. He completed residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Residency: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Massachusetts
Dr. William Orval Runge, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. William Orval Runge, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, MultiPlan, Aetna, Tufts Health Plan, United Healthcare, Unicare, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Coventry, Cigna, Railroad Medicare, Blue California, Beech Street, Medicare ACO, WellSense, Senior Whole Health, Fallon Health, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare, Maine Community Health Options, Mass General Brigham Health Plan and MassHealth.
According to our sources, Dr. William Orval Runge, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. William Orval Runge, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 50 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. William Orval Runge, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Colorado Springs, CO.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. William Orval Runge, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION $155 |
ALPHAVENT $5 |
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Persona $19 |
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Dr. William Runge is a hand surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist. His areas of expertise include the following: hand surgery procedures, sports health, and musculoskeletal problems. The average patient rating for Dr. Runge is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Runge accepts Blue California, Coventry, and Viant, in addition to other insurance carriers. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with Emory University, Dr. Runge attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Dr. Runge's professional affiliations include UCHealth and Massachusetts General Hospital. Massachusetts General Hospital reports that he is not accepting new patients.
