Summary

**Dr. Brian Pienkos**

Dr. Brian Pienkos is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He completed his residency training at Madigan Army Medical Center, gaining comprehensive experience in surgical and nonsurgical treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Pienkos is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Pienkos practices at Rutherford Orthopaedics in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, and maintains an affiliation with Blanchfield Army Community Hospital. He specializes in treating osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and mobility challenges. His expertise includes performing femoral nerve blocks for pain management and incorporating physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans to help patients regain function and mobility.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Madigan Army Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Saw me in a timely manner

Office Location

Rutherford Orthopaedics

139 Doctor Henry Norris DrRutherfordton, NC 28139
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.5 
12 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Rutherfordton , NCGreenville , NCPinehurst , NCMurrells Inlet , SC
Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Pienkos

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Partners Health Plan
  • PreferredOne
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Pienkos has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Pienkos has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Madigan Army Medical Center

Medical School

Eastern Virginia Medical School

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Dr. Brian Pienkos is affiliated with Blanchfield Army Community Hospital.
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