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Michael Rutter, MD

Specialties
Hip and Knee Replacement, Trauma and Fracture Care
Located In

Poughkeepsie, Rhinebeck, Kingston

(845) 454-0120Online Scheduling
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About

Michael Rutter, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery, with an additional focus on skeletal trauma and fracture care. He is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered care, ensuring that each individual understands their treatment options and feels empowered to make informed decisions that align with their lifestyle and goals. Dr. Rutter’s approach combines cutting-edge techniques with evidence-based practices to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Dr. Rutter’s practice centers on the management of hip and knee conditions, with a strong emphasis on joint replacement surgery. His expertise includes treating hip and knee arthritis, performing both primary and revision joint replacements, and utilizing advanced techniques such as robotic-assisted surgery, partial knee replacements, and anterior hip replacements. Additionally, Dr. Rutter is skilled in complex total joint reconstructions, the treatment of peri-prosthetic fractures, and managing skeletal trauma and fractures. His comprehensive approach ensures that patients receive tailored care for both joint health and trauma recovery.

Aetna
  • Commercial Plans
  • Managed Medicare
Anthem / BCBS (Non-NY)
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CDPHP
  • Commercial, CHP, Exchange, Medicare HMO & PPO
Cigna / Great West
  • Commercial CT, MetroNY
  • Cigna MetroNY
ConnectiCare
  • Commercial (including Exchange)
  • Managed Medicare
EmblemHealth
  • GHI: CBP, National, Tristate; Bridge, Network Access, Medicare Choice PPO
  • HIP: Prime, Premium, Select Care, Bridge, Medicare VIP Prime/Bold/Reserve
  • With Connecticare: HMO/PPO/POS and Medicare Choice / Passage
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
  • Commercial and Blue Access (except for Connection and HealthPlus)
  • Managed Medicare
Fidelis
  • Medicare, Medicaid, CHP, Exchange, Essential
Magnacare

MVP
  • Exchange, Individual, Essential Plans
New York Medicare

New York State Health Insurance Program
  • Empire Plan
New York State Workers Compensation

No Fault

TriCare East- Humana Military

United Healthcare
  • Commercial Charter, Choice, Core, Navigate, Nexus, PPO, Select and Doctors plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Managed Medicare
United Healthcare Oxford
  • Oxford Commercial Liberty, Oxford Freedom, Oxford Metro Plan

Orthopedic Associates of Dutchess County (OADC) accepts most major insurance plans. Please see the list of accepted insurance plans below and confirm that OADC participates with your plan prior to scheduling an appointment. If you have additional questions, please call our offices at (844) 982-0241 and our team will be happy to provide additional information.

Fellowship

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma: University Medical Center, Las Vegas, NV

Medical School

Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Residency

Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery: Gesinger Health System, Danville, PA

College

Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery: Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certification

Memberships
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Orthopaedic Trauma Association

Hospital Affiliations
  • Health Alliance of Hudson Valley Mary’s Avenue
  • Northern Dutchess Hospital
  • Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Ambulatory Surgery Center Affiliations
  • The Surgery Center at Orthopedic Associates (SCOA)
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