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Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD is an orthopedist in Burlington, NC specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD is affiliated with Duke Health and DUKE HEALTH INTEGRATED PRACTICE INC.
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
He completed residency at Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Huntington Hospital at Northwell Health, Hofstra University (New York). He has a state license in North Carolina.
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Huntington Hospital at Northwell Health, Hofstra University (New York) (2022)
Licensed In: North Carolina
Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MedCost, Aetna Traditional Choice, Aetna Medicare PPO, BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina, CIGNA Open Access Plus, WellCare, AmeriHealth, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, AARP, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, Aetna, Aetna Workers' Compensation, TRICARE Prime, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, TRICARE Prime Remote, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, TRICARE, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna HMO, Gateway Health Alliance, Alliance Health (*Beginning January 2026), *Duke HomeCare and Hospice does not participate in the plan., Duke Employee Plans, Blue Options (123, PPO, HSA), *Duke HomeCare and Hospice and mental health providers do not participate with the plan., Aetna Quality Point of Service (QPOS), Aetna Choice POS, Aetna Choice POS II, Duke Advantage (*Beginning January 2026), Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO), Blue Advantage (*Available in select counties only), Duke Options (*Beginning January 2026), Duke Basic, Duke USA (*Beginning January 2026), Ambetter, Experience Health, Aetna Select HMO, Aetna PCP Coordinated POS Plan, Blue Select, Blue Medicare (HMO, PPO)*, Aetna Limited Benefit Insurance PPO, Vaya Health (*Beginning January 2026), Healthy Blue, Trillium (*Beginning January 2026), Aetna Health Network Only, Aetna Health Network Option, All Savers Fully Insured, Blue Value (*Duke Health Lake Norman and Kernodle Clinics only), First Medicare Direct, Carolina Complete Health, Healthgram, All Savers Alternate Funding, Aetna Medicare Assure Plan (HMO D-SNP), Aetna/CVS Health, Aetna Elect Choice HMO, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice, Partners (*Beginning January 2026), Aetna Voluntary Indemnity Group Plan, Duke Select, Aetna Open Access HMO, Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice, NC State Employees Health Plan, Ambetter of North Carolina and United Medical Resources (UMR).
According to our sources, Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 507 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Burlington, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Zachary Aberman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$994
Mako $693 |
TRIATHLON $171 |
Insignia $129 |
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$133
POLARSTEM $133 |
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$24
Zynrelef $24 |
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Dr. Zachary Aberman's area of specialization is orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. On average, patients gave Dr. Aberman a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He has indicated that his clinical interests include replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). He is affiliated with Duke Health. Dr. Aberman seems to honor Blue California, CIGNA Plans, TRICARE, and more. According to Duke Health, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Burlington, NC.
