Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2023 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD for Medicare patients.
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Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Clayton, NC specializing in sports medicine, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and general practice. He graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2017 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD is affiliated with UNC Health, UNC PHYSICIANS NETWORK LLC and UNC Health Johnston UNC Health Medical Group.
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.
Shoulder Arthritis
Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.
Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).
Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:
Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 24 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 24 |
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Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2017. He completed residency at University of Massachusetts Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in North Carolina.
Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons (2017)
Residency: University of Massachusetts Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Licensed In: North Carolina
Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: WellCare, AmeriHealth Caritas, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC), MedCost, UnitedHealthcare, Carolina Complete Health, Liberty Advantage, Contigo Health, Veterans Affairs, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), CHAMPVA, Centene, Group Health Plan (GHP), MedCost PPO, FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company Group Health Plans, North Carolina State Health Plan, Atlantic (Packaging) Corporation, Inc. (administered by Lucent Health), BCBSNC Blue Home with UNC Health Alliance (Blue Home with Novant Health is out of network), FirstCarolinaCare FirstMedicare Direct, Contigo Health Plan (WakeMed employees only) (out-of-network beginning January 1, 2026), Aetna Premier Care Network Plus (APCN+) (Tier 2), BCBSNC Group Health Plans (except for Blue High Performance Network (BlueHPN)), Aetna Whole Health (Tier 2), Meritain Health, an Aetna Company, Longevity Health Plan I-SNP and Veterans Affairs Community Care Network.
According to our sources, Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 39 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Clayton, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Zachary J. Bloom, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,458
$1,458 |
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$1,274
K-15 PORK $676 |
OR3O Dual Mobility $482 |
Journey II $115 |
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$655
Mako $201 |
NANOTACK FLEX $163 |
TRIATHLON $114 |
PRO $103 |
AEQUALIS PERFORM $38 |
Other $36 |
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$203
$203 |
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| $1,385 |
Dr. Zachary Bloom's medical specialty is general practice, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Bloom include knee replacement, knee arthritis, and sports health. He is professionally affiliated with UNC Health. UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and Coventry appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Bloom takes. He welcomes new patients at his office inClayton, NC as reported by UNC Health. He is a graduate of Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. His training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Bloom speaks Spanish.