Summary

Ira D. Fisch, MD is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with areas of special interest including surgery of the cervical, lumbar, and thoracic spine.

OrthoBethesda is one of the largest and most trusted orthopedic groups in the DMV, serving patients in Bethesda, Maryland and across the region. Our physicians and care teams provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care—from diagnosis and imaging to personalized treatment plans, rehabilitation coordination, and injury prevention—so you can get the right care in one connected experience. With a focus on conservative options whenever appropriate and advanced surgical expertise when needed, we guide you from your first visit through recovery. With multiple convenient locations throughout Maryland and Virginia and streamlined scheduling, expert orthopedic care is always close to home.

As a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Fisch is trained in all aspects of spine surgery instrumentation, using anterior and posterior approaches. In addition, he is a leader in state-of-the-art spine injections, which frequently enable patients to avoid surgery.

A graduate of Queens College and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Fisch trained in orthopedic surgery at the Montefiore/ Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He received spine training at the Spinecare/ St. Mary’s/ Stanford University Combined Spine Fellowship Program.

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Office Location

OrthoBethesda

10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506Bethesda, MD 20817
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St. Mary’s Spine Center San Francisco, CA Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
  • 149 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ira David Fisch

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Progressive
  • SAMBA
  • State Farm
  • The Hartford
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ira David Fisch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ira David Fisch has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Back Pain
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

St. Mary’s Spine Center San Francisco, CA Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine1992

Residency

Montefiore Medical Center

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ira Fisch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ira Fisch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Ira Fisch accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ira Fisch?
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Does Dr. Ira Fisch accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ira Fisch affiliated with?
Dr. Ira Fisch is affiliated with Suburban Hospital.

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