Dr. Lawrence L. Line

Name: Dr. Lawrence L. Line
Specialty: Orthopedics 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Forrest General Hospital, Covington County Hospital, Southern Surgery Center-Hattiesburg, Southern Bone & Joint Specialists, PA
Locations: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1427087592

About the Doctor

Dr. Lawrence L. Line is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with over 21 years of experience. He received his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, completed an orthopedic surgery internship at Baylor University Medical Center, an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Orthopaedic Research of Virginia. Dr. Line is affiliated with Forrest General Hospital, Covington County Hospital, and Southern Surgery Center-Hattiesburg. He has a patient rating of 3.5/5 based on 18 reviews and has received four patient awards for listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and demonstrating great bedside manner. He is an expert in seven conditions, including arthritis, knee injury, knee arthroscopy, inflamed tendons of the upper body, lower back pain, and traumatic injury. Dr. Line accepts new patients and major insurance plans including Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.

• Graduate of University of Mississippi School of Medicine

• Orthopedic surgery residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center 

• Fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine 

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 3.5/5 patient rating (18 reviews); 4 patient awards

• Expert in arthritis, knee injury, arthroscopy, tendonitis, back pain, and trauma

• Accepts new patients

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Residency – University of Mississippi Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery 
Fellowship/Additional Training –

• Baylor University Medical Center, Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery 

• Orthopaedic Research of Virginia, Fellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Medical Conditions Treated

• Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)

• Knee injuries (ligament tears, meniscal tears, patellar instability)

• Shoulder injuries (rotator cuff tears, labral tears, dislocations)

• Inflamed tendons of the upper body (tendonitis, epicondylitis)

• Lower back pain

• Traumatic joint injuries (fractures, dislocations)

• Sports-related injuries (ACL tear, MCL tear, shoulder impingement)

• Cartilage damage

• Bursitis

Medical Procedures Performed

• Knee arthroscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)

• Shoulder arthroscopy (rotator cuff repair, labral repair)

• ACL reconstruction

• Meniscectomy and meniscal repair

• Fracture fixation (plates, screws, rods)

• Joint injection (corticosteroid, viscosupplementation)

• Tendon repair (upper extremity)

• Carpal tunnel release (if within scope)

• Hardware removal

• Sports medicine rehabilitation planning

Services Offered

Dr. Lawrence L. Line provides comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine services for patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. His practice emphasizes accurate diagnosis through thorough physical examination and advanced imaging, followed by evidence-based treatment plans ranging from conservative management (physical therapy, injections) to surgical intervention. He specializes in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, fracture care, and tendon repair. Dr. Line works closely with physical therapists, athletic trainers, and primary care physicians to optimize recovery and return to function. Patients appreciate his attentive listening, clear explanations, and caring bedside manner. He accepts new patients for consultation, second opinions, and surgical treatment.

• Orthopedic consultations for joint pain, sports injuries, and trauma

• Knee and shoulder arthroscopy for ligament, meniscal, and rotator cuff injuries

• ACL and other ligament reconstruction

• Fracture care (casting, splinting, surgical fixation)

• Joint injections for pain relief and inflammation

• Sports medicine evaluation and return-to-play planning

• Postoperative rehabilitation coordination

• Second opinions for complex orthopedic conditions

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama (EPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, POS, PPO)

• Accepts Medicaid

Practice Locations

Address: 3688 Veterans Memorial Dr, Ste 200, Hattiesburg, MS 
Phone: (601) 554-7400

Hospital Affiliations

• Forrest General Hospital – Hattiesburg, Mississippi

• Covington County Hospital – Collins, Mississippi

• Southern Surgery Center-Hattiesburg – Hattiesburg, Mississippi