48 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiesel, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Samuel Wiesel is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Wiesel graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Wiesel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiesel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiesel’s office at (202) 444-8766.
Where did Dr. Wiesel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Wiesel speak?
Dr. Wiesel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Wiesel typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Wiesel 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. Wiesel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Pelvis Sprain
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar-Pelvic Sprain
- Back and Pelvis Ligament Injury
- Twisted Lower Back and Pelvis
ICD-10 Codes:
- S339XXA: Sprain of unspecified parts of lumbar spine and pelvis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Wiesel typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Wiesel may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Wiesel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wiesel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiesel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiesel accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Wiesel in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wiesel's office located?
Dr. Samuel Wiesel's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-8766
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Samuel Wiesel?
Dr. Wiesel has appointments available at his Washington, DC office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Wiesel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiesel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417956517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiesel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiesel
What is Dr. Samuel Wiesel's specialty?
Dr. Wiesel is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Washington, DC.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Samuel Wiesel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiesel is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, George Washington University Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samuel Wiesel accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Wiesel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Wiesel offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wiesel, or call (202) 444-8766 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Wiesel?
Please contact Dr. Wiesel's office at (202) 444-8766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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