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Performance care and injury prevention for athletes. Pick a state, then a city — clinicians are sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry.

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About the specialty

What sports medicine do

Sports medicine physicians treat musculoskeletal injuries and performance issues in athletes and active adults. Most are non-surgical — they diagnose acute injuries, order and interpret imaging, perform injections (cortisone, viscosupplementation, PRP), and coordinate rehab. When surgery is needed, they refer to an orthopedic surgeon and manage return-to-play afterward.

Common symptoms sports medicine treat

  • Knee or ankle sprain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Overuse injury
  • Concussion
  • Muscle strain
  • Return-to-sport clearance

Conditions sports medicine manage

  • Concussion
  • Rotator cuff injury
  • Runner's knee
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Hip flexor strain

Questions to ask at your first visit

  1. 1Do I need imaging today, or can we start with a physical exam?
  2. 2Is this something rest and rehab can fix, or do I need a surgical opinion?
  3. 3How long until I can return to my sport, and at what intensity?
  4. 4Do you offer PRP or other regenerative injections, and is my case a good fit?
  5. 5Which physical therapist do you work with?
  6. 6What's my risk of re-injury?

How to choose sports medicine

  • Confirm board certification in family medicine, internal medicine, PM&R, or emergency medicine with sports-medicine fellowship (CAQ).
  • Ask about experience with your specific sport — the demands of a runner differ from a basketball player.
  • Prefer a practice that works alongside physical therapists and, when needed, an orthopedic surgeon.
  • Ask whether they perform ultrasound-guided injections in-office.
  • For concussion, verify the office has a formal return-to-play protocol.

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Sports Medicine — frequently asked

›What does a sports medicine treat?

Sports Medicine focus on the conditions and procedures within their board-certified scope of practice. Each clinician profile on Help Me Find A Doctor lists their primary taxonomy from the federal NPPES NPI Registry, so you can confirm the specialty match before you call.

›How do I find a sports medicine near me?

Pick your state below, then your city, to see sports medicine practicing in that metro with verified addresses and phone numbers. You can also search by ZIP code from the Find a Doctor page and filter by insurance.

›Are the sports medicine listed here verified?

Yes. Every listing originates from the federal NPPES NPI Registry, the authoritative U.S. source for clinician identity, credentials, and practice location. Profiles claimed by the clinician or their practice staff carry an additional Verified badge.

›Do I need a referral to see a sports medicine?

It depends on your plan. HMO plans usually require a primary-care referral before a specialist visit, while PPO and most Medicare Advantage plans let you self-refer. Confirm with the office when you book — they verify referral and prior-authorization requirements as part of scheduling.

›How much does a sports medicine visit cost?

A first consultation typically runs $150–$400 without insurance, and a standard specialist copay ($30–$75) with in-network coverage. Elective and cosmetic procedures are generally self-pay. Ask the office for a good-faith estimate before your appointment.

›Is Help Me Find A Doctor free to use?

Yes. Browsing sports medicine, comparing profiles, and requesting appointments are free for patients. We do not sell your search history, and no payment is required to contact a listed clinician.

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