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Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD

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Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine

Professional interests include: fractures (broken bones), hip problems, peripheral neuropathy, and more.

1803 Forest Hills Road West Building C
Wilson, NC 27893

(252) 243-9629

Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD is an orthopedist in Wilson, NC specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD is affiliated with UNC Health, EmergeOrtho, UNC Health Alliance, EMERGEORTHO PA and COMPREHENSIVE REHAB OF WILSON, INC.

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1803 Forest Hills Road West Building C
Wilson, NC 27893

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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.

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“During that time, he was also shadowing Dr. Robert Satterfield, an orthopedic surgeon who has worked with Fike athletics.”—"Massey's drive for excellence takes him from mound to operating room - Restoration NewsMedia", Restoration NewsMedia, August 2020

“WilsonOrtho has five orthopaedic surgeons, including Thorp, Dr. Robert Satterfield, Dr. Lewis Martin, Dr. Todd Smith and Dr. Brett Gilbert; one neurologist, Dr. Michael Kushner; and three physician...”—"Orthopaedic urgent care center opens - Restoration NewsMedia", Restoration NewsMedia, January 2014

“Carter, along with Dr. Todd Smith and Dr. Robert Satterfield of Wilson Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurology Center, volunteer their time by attending football games.”—"A call for help - Restoration NewsMedia", Restoration NewsMedia, June 2012

aspiration	1355
closed (non-surgical) treatment of fracture	13
decompression surgery	25
doctor visit	2812
hip imaging	98
hospital care	22
injections	1715
inpatient care	22
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	95
musculoskeletal imaging	388
nerve procedures	25
open surgery	25
pain management	235
pelvic imaging	134
spinal procedures	178
upper extremity surgery	25
X-rays	628

**Gender**
Male	382
Female	878

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	927
Black	315
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	531
From 75 to 84	378
85 and over	159
Less than 65	192

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	38
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

aspiration	1631
doctor visit	3098
hip imaging	121
injections	1983
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	143
musculoskeletal imaging	505
pain management	236
pelvic imaging	114
spinal procedures	217
X-rays	706

**Gender**
Male	372
Female	828

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	864
Black	313
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	485
From 75 to 84	366
85 and over	152
Less than 65	197

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	37
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

aspiration	1515
decompression surgery	14
doctor visit	2697
hip imaging	89
injections	1842
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	129
musculoskeletal imaging	341
nerve procedures	14
open surgery	14
pain management	238
pelvic imaging	86
spinal procedures	145
upper extremity surgery	14
X-rays	440

**Gender**
Male	706
Female	1558

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1674
Black	540
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	938
From 75 to 84	696
85 and over	332
Less than 65	298

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	39
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

aspiration	1687
decompression surgery	20
doctor visit	3016
hip imaging	36
injections	2035
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	113
musculoskeletal imaging	639
nerve procedures	20
open surgery	20
pain management	244
pelvic imaging	73
spinal procedures	199
upper extremity surgery	20
X-rays	795

**Gender**
Male	390
Female	849

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	930
Black	279
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	521
From 75 to 84	386
85 and over	166
Less than 65	166

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	38
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

aspiration	1815
decompression surgery	21
doctor visit	3169
hip imaging	38
injections	2194
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	135
musculoskeletal imaging	692
nerve procedures	21
open surgery	21
pain management	298
pelvic imaging	56
spinal procedures	224
upper extremity surgery	21
X-rays	851

**Gender**
Male	426
Female	878

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1018
Black	266
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	550
From 75 to 84	400
85 and over	191
Less than 65	163

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	37
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

aspiration	1737
decompression surgery	12
doctor visit	3080
hip imaging	38
injections	2178
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	140
musculoskeletal imaging	798
nerve procedures	12
open surgery	12
pain management	334
pelvic imaging	46
spinal procedures	225
upper extremity surgery	12
X-rays	943

**Gender**
Male	429
Female	887

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1038
Black	245
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	578
From 75 to 84	406
85 and over	179
Less than 65	153

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

aspiration	1679
doctor visit	2878
hip imaging	30
injections	2104
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	96
musculoskeletal imaging	699
pain management	301
pelvic imaging	44
spinal procedures	198
X-rays	853

**Gender**
Male	376
Female	786

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	924
Black	202
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	530
From 75 to 84	367
85 and over	145
Less than 65	120

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

aspiration	1458
doctor visit	2487
hip imaging	27
injections	1812
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	108
musculoskeletal imaging	355
pain management	252
pelvic imaging	47
spinal procedures	223
X-rays	528

**Gender**
Male	378
Female	757

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	940
Black	165
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	509
From 75 to 84	378
85 and over	136
Less than 65	112

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

aspiration	2919
doctor visit	5798
hip imaging	103
injections	3945
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	390
musculoskeletal imaging	541
pain management	861
pelvic imaging	124
spinal procedures	737
thoracic (chest) imaging	12
X-rays	1037

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD treated as an orthopedist in Wilson, NC were injections, aspiration, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

aspiration	1756
closed (non-surgical) treatment of fracture	13
decompression surgery	18
doctor visit	3226
hip imaging	66
hospital care	22
injections	2203
inpatient care	22
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	152
musculoskeletal imaging	557
nerve procedures	18
open surgery	18
pain management	334
pelvic imaging	80
spinal procedures	264
thoracic (chest) imaging	12
upper extremity surgery	18
X-rays	763

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD.

**Gender**
Female	742
Male	345

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	232
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	831
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	9

**Age**
85 and over	146
75 to 84	337
Less than 65	140
65 to 74	464

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	6
Cancer	6

Education & Training

Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. He completed residency at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified and has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine

Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified (2011)

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UNC Health

EmergeOrtho

UNC Health Alliance

EMERGEORTHO PA

COMPREHENSIVE REHAB OF WILSON, INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Robert Nelson Satterfield, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$576 EUFLEXXA $576
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$550 RESTORE $404	Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro $141	AQUAMANTYS $5
Amgen Inc.	$215 Prolia $173	EVENITY $24	Repatha $18
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$188 XIAFLEX $188
Stryker Corporation	$164 TRAUMA & EXTREMITIES $85	ARTHROSCOPY $35	HIPS $26	ACCOLADE $18
Other	$1,156 Zilretta $102	NON-PRODUCT $100	XARTEMIS XR $94	Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro $78	PENNSAID $64	Other $719

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,713
Consulting Fee	$100
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$35
Education	$3

Biography

Dr. Robert Satterfield's medical specialty is orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He is especially interested in back pain, neck pain, and osteoarthritis. Dr. Satterfield attended Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). He is affiliated with EmergeOrtho. He welcomes new patients at his office inWilson, NC as reported by Doctor.com.

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