Orthopedic Associates

What Orthopedic Associates does

Orthopedic Associates is a privately-held, multi-specialty orthopedic medical practice founded in 1958 (or 1960 per a secondary source) and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, operating four clinical locations across Missouri and Illinois (St. Louis main office, Sunset Hills, Bonne Terre, and Columbia, IL). The practice provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care including diagnostic imaging (ACR-accredited MRI and digital X-ray), outpatient surgery at the on-site Des Peres Square Surgery Center, physical therapy, durable medical equipment, joint replacement, sports medicine, spine surgery, hand surgery, shoulder and elbow care, podiatry, and workers' compensation case management. The practice is staffed by 10 board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians covering distinct subspecialties (sports medicine, spine, shoulder/elbow, hand, hip and knee replacement, trauma, and podiatry) plus a board-certified family nurse practitioner, led by President Ryan T. Pitts, M.D.

The practice has invested in advanced, differentiated procedural technology, including Mako SmartRobotics shoulder replacement (CT-based 3D modeling with robotic-assisted intraoperative guidance), the BEAR Implant for ACL restoration (a minimally invasive procedure that enables the ACL to heal itself, first performed in the region by Dr. Ryan Pitts in July 2022), iovera cryoanalgesia for non-opioid pain control, UltraGuideCTR ultrasound-guided wide-awake carpal tunnel release, and high-field MRI with ARRT-registered technologists and specialty-trained radiologists. Orthopedic Associates also operates a walk-in Injury Access Clinic at its main office for acute injuries within 72 hours and holds an exclusive regional partnership with the Pickleball Doctors network, signaling deliberate segment expansion into the recreational pickleball athlete market.

The revenue model is fee-for-service professional and facility billing, with revenue generated from office consultations, imaging, surgery center facility fees, physical therapy, DME, and ancillary services, reimbursed through commercial insurance, Medicare/Medicaid, workers' compensation (with Missouri and Illinois-specific billing expertise), and direct patient payments. Go-to-market is multi-channel: organic search, physician referral network, employer and insurer partnerships through the workers' compensation program, community sports medicine outreach (including team physician services for Columbia High School), and content marketing via a patient education center, video library, and patient comeback stories. The practice accepts most major insurances and links a Cigna Transparency in Coverage machine-readable file.

Name

Orthopedic Associates

Legal name

Orthopedic Associates

Website

https://oastl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Orthopedic Associates is a 60-plus-year-old, St. Louis-based multi-specialty orthopedic medical practice with 10 fellowship-trained physicians and four Missouri/Illinois locations, delivering comprehensive musculoskeletal care, on-site MRI and outpatient surgery, and workers' compensation services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic Healthcare Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

General Orthopedics (HLAKALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthopedic Surgery (Operative Orthopedics) (HLAKALAC), Spine (Orthopedic Spine) (HLAKALAE), Foot & Ankle (HLAKALAG), Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAG), Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation Centers (HLAFAFAI)

Keywords

• Orthopedic medical services
• Sports medicine
• Joint replacement surgery
• Workers compensation care
• Physical therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

St Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Services Revenue: Fee-for-service healthcare delivery including office consultations, diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI), surgical procedures, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. Revenue generated through direct patient payments, commercial insurance, Medicare/Medicaid, and workers' compensation insurance.
2. Surgical Center Services: Outpatient surgical procedures performed at Des Peres Square Surgery Center including arthroscopy, joint replacement, spine surgery, and sports medicine procedures.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Orthopedic Associates is a multi-location orthopedic medical practice providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care including diagnostic imaging (digital X-ray, MRI), outpatient surgery, sports medicine, joint replacement, spine care, hand and upper extremity surgery, podiatry, physical therapy, durable medical equipment, and workers' compensation case management. The practice serves individual patients and workers' compensation cases across the St. Louis metropolitan area and surrounding Missouri and Illinois communities, with advanced surgical offerings including Mako SmartRobotics shoulder replacement, BEAR Implant ACL restoration, UltraGuideCTR wide-awake carpal tunnel release, and iovera cold therapy.

Product overview

Orthopedic Associates is a comprehensive orthopedic practice serving St. Louis and surrounding Missouri and Illinois areas for over 60 years. The practice operates as a unified care platform offering multiple specialty services including diagnostic imaging (Digital X-Ray, MRI), surgical procedures (Des Peres Square Surgery Center), specialized programs (Workers' Compensation, Pickleball Injury Treatment), and advanced treatments. Key product offerings include: Digital X-Ray and MRI for diagnostic imaging; Durable Medical Equipment (braces and supports); Injury Access Clinic for acute injuries; Surgery Center for outpatient procedures; Physical Therapy for rehabilitation; and Patient Portal for online bill pay and appointments. Advanced surgical offerings include BEAR® Implant Procedure for ACL repair, iovera° Cold Therapy for pain management, Mako SmartRobotics™ Shoulder Replacement for robotic-assisted surgery, and UltraGuideCTR™ for wide-awake carpal tunnel release. The practice specializes in sports medicine, spine care, joint replacement, and podiatry services across multiple locations in St. Louis, Bonne Terre, Columbia, and Sunset Hills Healthcare.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Digital X-Ray Digital radiography imaging using advanced digital X-ray sensors to diagnose orthopedic conditions by capturing pictures of the inside of the body.
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) High-field MRI providing detailed images of soft tissues including muscles, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage; facility accredited by the American College of Radiology with ARRT-registered technologists and board-certified specialty-trained radiologists.
• Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Orthopedic braces and supports including ankle braces, back supports, carpal tunnel supports, cervical collars, foot braces, knee braces, and tennis elbow straps.
• Injury Access Clinic Walk-in clinic at the Main Office in St. Louis providing immediate treatment for acute orthopedic injuries occurring within 72 hours; open Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with scheduled appointments also accepted.
• Des Peres Square Surgery Center State-of-the-art outpatient surgery center specifically designed and built for orthopedic procedures; located in Suite 150 of the Main Office and open Monday-Friday 5:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Workers' Compensation Program Specialized program for work-related injuries with expertise in Missouri and Illinois workers' compensation laws, reporting requirements, and billing procedures.
• Spine Care Comprehensive spine care including treatment for herniated discs, scoliosis, spinal stenosis, and minimally invasive surgical procedures performed by fellowship-trained spine surgeon Dr. Christopher O'Boynick.
• Shoulder Care Shoulder injury and condition treatment including arthroscopy, joint replacement, rotator cuff repair, and Mako SmartRobotics shoulder replacement.
• Joint Replacement Joint replacement and revision surgery for hip, knee, and shoulder including anterior hip replacement, total knee replacement, and reverse total shoulder replacement.
• Sports Medicine Sports medicine care for athletes including treatment of ACL injuries, rotator cuff tears, meniscus tears, and sports-specific injuries; includes iovera cold therapy for pain management.
• BEAR® Implant Procedure Bridge Enhanced ACL Restoration (BEAR) procedure — an evidence-based, minimally invasive surgical option that allows the ACL to heal itself using the patient's own body through a specialized implant.
• iovera° Cold Therapy Targeted cold therapy using cryoanalgesia to block pain signals before and after surgery; provides immediate, long-lasting knee pain relief without medication using the body's natural response to cold.
• Mako SmartRobotics™ Shoulder Replacement Robotic-assisted reverse shoulder replacement using CT-based 3D modeling and real-time guidance for precise bone preparation and implant placement; first performed in the area by Dr. Gregory Nelson.
• UltraGuideCTR™ Wide-Awake Carpal Tunnel Procedure Minimally invasive carpal tunnel release using real-time ultrasound guidance with the UltraGuideCTR device; enables faster recovery with return to normal activities in 3-6 days.
• Pickleball Injury Treatment Program Specialized pickleball injury treatment and prevention program including the Pickleball 10 to Win exercise program and treatment options for common pickleball-related injuries.
• Podiatry Services Comprehensive foot and ankle care including treatment for bunions, hammertoes, fractures, and Achilles tendon ruptures provided by fellowship-trained podiatrist Dr. Brandon Doser.
• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation services to support recovery from orthopedic surgery and injuries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dr. Ryan Pitts was first orthopedic surgeon in the region to perform BEAR Implant procedure (July 2022)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Pickleball DoctorscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOrthopedic Associates serves as exclusive regional doctors for Pickleball Doctors, a network of elite doctors dedicated to helping pickleball players stay on and dominate the court. This partnership provides expert tips for injury prevention, performance, and specialized treatment for pickleball-related injuries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• OrthoVirginia: Multi-specialty orthopedic practice group in Virginia with subspecialty surgeons, urgent orthopedic care access, MRI, physical therapy, and outpatient surgery — closely mirrors Orthopedic Associates' integrated care model.
• The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Large multi-specialty orthopedic group serving the Mid-Atlantic region. Similar physician-owned model with subspecialty depth across sports medicine, spine, joint replacement, and hand/upper extremity.
• Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine: Cincinnati-area multi-specialty orthopedic and sports medicine practice with MRI, surgery center, physical therapy, and workers' compensation services. Closely comparable integrated orthopedic service model.
• OrthoCincy: Cincinnati-area multi-specialty orthopedic practice with sports medicine, joint replacement, spine, hand, and podiatry services. Similar Midwestern regional practice structure with on-site ancillaries.
• Resurgens Orthopaedics: Large multi-subspecialty orthopedic practice in the Atlanta metro area with on-site MRI, surgery centers, PT, and DME. Closely comparable business model combining orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and ancillary services across multiple locations.
• Twin Cities Orthopedics: Comprehensive multi-specialty orthopedic group serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul region. Comparable in scale (10+ physicians), subspecialty breadth, on-site imaging, surgery centers, and therapy services.

Regional players

• Illinois Bone & Joint Institute: Large multi-specialty orthopedic group serving the Chicago metropolitan area and northern Illinois. Comparable practice model with fellowship-trained surgeons across orthopedic subspecialties, MRI, PT, and outpatient surgery.

Broad incumbents

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute: National orthopedic specialty group with multiple locations and subspecialty depth across sports medicine, spine, and joint replacement. Broader geographic footprint and brand, but competes for the same complex orthopedic cases.
• Hospital for Special Surgery: Premier national orthopedic specialty hospital and practice group. Competes for complex orthopedic cases (especially joint replacement and sports medicine) and serves as the quality benchmark for the specialty.

Emerging players

• U.S. Orthopaedic Partners (USOP): PE-backed orthopedic physician practice management platform actively consolidating regional orthopedic practices across the Southeast and Mid-South. Represents the consolidation/disruption competitive threat facing independent practices like Orthopedic Associates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/orthopedicassociatesllc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/orthopedic-associates-llc/about
• Instagraminstagram.com/orthopedicassociatesllc
• Xx.com/oastl

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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