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Dr. Walter Wray, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Thomasville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wray, Orthopedic Surgeon in Thomasville, NC?

    Dr. Walter Wray, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Thomasville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wray is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wray’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wray’s office at (336) 474-8153.

    What languages does Dr. Wray speak?

    Dr. Wray and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wray typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wray diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wray. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wray typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wray performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wray. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
    • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
    • Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
    • Radical Synovectomy of Tendon

    CPT Codes:

    • 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Does Dr. Wray accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wray accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 474-8153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wray accept in Thomasville, NC?

    Dr. Wray in Thomasville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wray's office located?

    Dr. Walter Wray's Primary Practice

    211 Old Lexington Rd

    Thomasville, NC 27360

    (336) 474-8153

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    Dr. Walter Wray's Practice 2

    1915 Randolph Rd

    Charlotte, NC 28207

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    Dr. Walter Wray's Practice 3

    7210 Village Medical Cir Ste 110

    Clemmons, NC 27012

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wray affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wray has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center,Thomasville, NC

    What is Dr. Wray's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821261652.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wray?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wray

    What is Dr. Walter Wray's specialty?

    Dr. Wray is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Thomasville, NC.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Walter Wray affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wray is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Walter Wray accepting new patients in Thomasville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Wray is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Wray offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wray's office at (336) 474-8153 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Wray?

    Please contact Dr. Wray's office at (336) 474-8153 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wray's office located?

    Dr. Wray's offices are located in Thomasville, NC, Charlotte, NC, and Clemmons, NC.