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Yes, orthopedic surgeons are legally empowered to write prescriptions. Their office policies may dictate what kinds of prescriptions they write (for instance, they may refer to you your primary care provider or pain management specialist for certain kinds of treatment).
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∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoLegally, they can prescribe anything.
However, if they prescribe medications or treat conditions outside of their training then they may get into "scope of practice" issues with hospitals and insurance companies so they usually limit themselves to pain medications and antibiotics.
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