Hip Specialists in Camp Hill, PA

When hip pain limits your daily activities, finding a trusted hip specialist in Camp Hill makes all the difference. The Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania has served Central PA for over 50 years with expert orthopedic care. Our board-certified physicians partner with you to develop personalized treatment plans that restore mobility and comfort.

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Comprehensive Hip Care Services in Camp Hill

Hip Pain Diagnosis

We use advanced imaging technology to accurately identify the source of your discomfort, whether from arthritis, injury or other conditions.

Hip Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive procedures address labral tears, impingement and other conditions with faster recovery times.

Nonsurgical treatments

Many patients find relief through physical therapy, injections, medications and activity modifications that reduce inflammation and improve function.

Rehabilitation Support

Our therapy team works with you throughout recovery to help you regain strength and return to your activities.

Hip Replacement Surgery

Our experienced surgeons perform total hip replacement procedures using the latest techniques to restore mobility and eliminate pain.

Need specialized help?

We also care for many patients with other less common conditions.

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Why Hip Problems
Require Specialized Care

The hip joint is one of the largest weight-bearing joints in your body. Hip conditions often develop gradually, starting with occasional discomfort during walking or climbing stairs. Left unaddressed, these problems can lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility and difficulty performing daily tasks. Early intervention with a hip doctor in Camp Hill helps preserve joint function and prevent further deterioration.

Common signs you may need specialist care include:

  • Persistent groin or thigh pain
  • Stiffness after sitting
  • Difficulty putting on shoes
  • Reduced range of motion

Whatever the cause of your pain, seeking expert evaluation ensures you receive an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Our hip specialists diagnose and treat osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, hip bursitis, labral tears, femoroacetabular impingement, hip fractures and sports-related injuries. We also provide care for hip instability, tendonitis and post-traumatic arthritis through our individualized approach to treatment.

Why Choose OIP's Camp Hill Hip Doctors

The Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania has built a reputation throughout Central PA as a leader in orthopedic care. As a physician-owned practice, we maintain complete independence in making treatment decisions with your best interests at heart. Our board-certified orthopedic physicians bring decades of combined experience treating complex hip conditions.

Most importantly, decisions about your care are made with you in the exam room. Our Camp Hill location provides convenient access to hip replacements and more. During your consultation, our specialists evaluate your symptoms, review imaging studies and discuss your activity goals so we can develop the right care plan with you. We also offer on-site advanced imaging and MRI services, streamlining the diagnostic process so you can begin treatment sooner.

Schedule Your Hip Consultation in Camp Hill Today

You don’t have to live with hip pain. When conservative approaches fall short, we offer the latest minimally invasive procedures and comprehensive support. The experienced team at Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania is ready to help you explore treatment options and develop a personalized care plan. Request an appointment at our Camp Hill location by calling 717-493-6706 or scheduling online today.

Hip Specialists

Patient Testimonial

After my hip replacement, I was worried about how long it would take to get back on my feet. The rehab team at OIP was fantastic. They guided me every step of the way, and I’m now walking without any pain!” Brian B., York, PA

Brian B., York, PA

MRI Upper Extremity (Shoulder, Upper Arm, Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, or Hand) Preauthorization Documentation Guidelines

1. Suspicious mass or tumor
      a. On initial evaluation or follow up
2. Staging of known cancer
3. Suspected or known infection (septic arthritis or osteomyelitis)
4. Suspected Osteonecrosis
5. Evaluation of Rheumatoid Arthritis or other autoimmune diseases
6. Evaluation of Post-op Complications
      a. Infection, delayed union, other
7. Suspected fracture with prior imaging non-diagnostic
8. Abnormal bones scan with non-diagnostic Xray
9. Significant injury with suspected ligament, cartilage, tendon, nerve or bone injury with non-diagnostic prior imaging
      a. Suspected massive rotator cuff tear
10. Evaluation of pain or more minor injury with initial imaging non-diagnostic:
      a. Pain lasting 3 months or greater
      b. Failed conservative therapy: Must include each one:
           i. Rest: modified activities or assistive devices/rigid splints or braces
           ii. Ice or heat
           iii. Medications and/or injections
           iv. Physical therapy or a physician directed home exercise program
           or chiropractic care
                1. Document instructions given
                2. Document compliance and results
                3. Document duration and dates

MRI Spine Preauthorization Documentation Criteria

1. Tumor, masses, or cancer: suspected or known
2. Neurological Deficits
3. Trauma or acute injury
       a. With neurological deficits
       b. With progressive symptoms during conservative treatment
4. Infection: known or suspected
5. Inflammation: Ankylosing Spondylitis
6. Pre-op Evaluation
7. Post-op Complications
8. Acute or Chronic Axial or radicular pain
       a. Pain lasting 6 weeks or greater
       b. ADLs must be affected
       c. Progressive neurological deficit or an abnormal EMG
             i. Must document specific dermatome, muscle weakness, reflex
abnormalities
       d. Failed conservative therapy: Must include each one:
             i. Rest: modified activities or bracing
             ii. Ice or heat
             iii. Medications, acupuncture or stimulators
                   1. Specific name of medication start date and duration and
                   results
             iv. Epidurals or other injections (not trigger point injections)
             v. Physical therapy or a physician directed home exercise program
             or chiropractic care
                   1. Document instructions given
                   2. Document compliance and results
                   3. Document duration and dates

MRI Pelvis Preauthorization Documentation Criteria

1. Musculoskeletal Pelvic MRI:
     a. Mass or tumor
    b. Significant injury to rule out fracture or other injury
    c. Osteonecrosis of hips
    d. Sacroiliitis
    e. Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
    f. Pain lasting 3 months or greater
    g. Failed conservative therapy: Must include each one:
            i. Rest: modified activities or assistive devices/rigid
            splints or braces
            ii. Ice or heat
            iii. Medications and/or injections
            iv. Physical therapy or a physician directed home
            exercise program or chiropractic care
                    1. Document instructions given
                    2. Document compliance and results
                    3. Document duration
    h. Persistent Pain not responsive to 4 weeks of conservative treatment

2. Prostate Cancer Evaluation, follow up, and surveillance

3. Mass or Tumors

4. Cancer detection, staging, or surveillance
    a. 3, 6, or 12 month follow up

5. Infection:
        a. Appendicitis
        b. Diverticulitis not responding to conservative care
        c. Inflammatory bowel disease
        d. Abscess suspected
        e. Fistula
        f. Abnormal fluid collection

6. Pelvic Floor failure

7. Uterine abnormalities

8. Undescended Testes

9. Pre-op Evaluation

10. Post-op Complication

MRI Lower Extremity (Hip, Knee, Leg, Ankle, or Foot) Preauthorization Documentation Guidelines

1. Suspicious Mass or Tumor
       a. On initial evaluation or follow up
2. Staging of known Cancer
3. Known or suspected infection
4. Suspected Osteonecrosis or Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
5. Suspected SCFE, tarsal coaltion
6. Evaluation of Post-op complication:
       a. Infection, delayed union, other
7. Suspected fracture with prior imaging non-diagnostic
8. Abnormal bone scan with non-diagnostic xray
9. Significant injury with suspected ligament, cartilage, or bone injury
10. Evaluation of pain or more minor injury with initial imaging negative:
       a. Pain lasting 3 months or greater
       b. Failed conservative therapy: Must include each one:
             i. Rest: modified activities or assistive devices/rigid splints or braces
             ii. Ice or heat
             iii. Medications and/or injections
             iv. Physical therapy or a physician directed home exercise program orchiropractic care
                  1. Document instructions given
                   2. Document compliance and results
                   3. Document duration

MRI Chest Preauthorization Documentation Guidelines

1. Mediastinal or hilar mass
2. Myasthenia gravis with suspected thymoma
3. Brachial Plexus Dysfunction
4. Thoracic/Thoracoabdominal aneurysm
5. Suspected or confirmed Congenital Heart Disease
6. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

MRI Brain Preauthorization Documentation Criteria

1. Suspected or known MS
2. Seizure disorder, known or suspected new or refractory
3. Suspected Parkinson’s disorder
4. Neurological symptoms or deficits
     a. Acute, new or fluctuating deficits
5. Mental status changes
6. Trauma to the head with neurological changes, vomiting, headache
7. Evaluation of headaches
      a. Chronic with change in pattern/character
      b. Sudden onset severe headache
      c. New onset headache in pregnancy
8. Suspected brain tumor or cancer
9. Known or suspected stroke
10. Suspected Infection
11. Suspected Congenital abnormality
12. New onset tinnitus or vertigo associated with visual changes

MRI Abdomen and MRCP Preauthorization Documentation Criteria

MRI
1. Suspicious Mass or Tumor
2. Surveillance of Mass, Tumor, or Cancer    
      a. 3, 6, 12 month follow up
3. Suspected infection:
      a. Appendicitis
      b. Peritonitis
      c. Pancreatitis
      d. Inflammatory bowel disease
      e. Cholecystitis
      f. Abscess
      g. Fistula
      h. Hepatitis C
4. Preoperative Evaluation
5. Post-op complication

MRCP
1. Suspected Congenital Abnormality
2. Chronic pancreatitis or related complications
3. Biliary tree symptoms
4. Pre-op Evaluation
5. Post-op complication or surveillance
6. Inconclusive abnormalities identified on other imaging