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Dr. Sang-Gil Lee, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Sang-Gil Lee, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Korean, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (617) 726-1344.

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Trigger Left Ring Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
    • Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Ring Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    Also known as:

    • Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Right Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Right Elbow Nerve Pain
    • Right Funny Bone Injury
    • Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
    • G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Trigger Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenosynovitis
    • Finger Tendonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
    • M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
    • M65321: Trigger finger, right index finger

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Lateral Epicondylitis
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Lateral Epicondylalgia
    • Elbow Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

    What procedures does Dr. Lee perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Hand Muscle Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
    • Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
    • Intrinsic Muscle Release
    • Hand Tendon Release
    • Muscle Lengthening Hand
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
    • Finger Contracture Release
    • Z-plasty Finger
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Tumor Removal
    • Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
    • Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
    • 26593: Release, intrinsic muscles of hand, each muscle
    • 26125: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
    • Carpal Tunnel Injection
    • Tendon Injection
    • Ligament Injection
    • Soft Tissue Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
    • Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
    • Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
    • Wrist pain injection
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
    • 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • External Fixation System Placement (Uniplane)
    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Uniplane External Fixator
    • Bone External Fixation
    • External Frame for Bone Healing
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 20690: Application of a uniplane (pins or wires in 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system
    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • Open Wrist Reconstruction for Instability
    • Removal of Lower Ulna Bone
    • Blood Vessel Insertion into Wrist Bone
    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Wrist Ligament Repair
    • Carpal Instability Surgery
    • Wrist Capsulorrhaphy
    • Tendon Transfer Wrist
    • Distal Ulna Excision
    • Darrach Procedure
    • Ulna Resection
    • Wrist Bone Removal
    • Carpal Bone Vascularization
    • Hori Procedure
    • Wrist Bone Blood Supply Surgery
    • Vascular Pedicle Graft Wrist
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
    • 25320: Capsulorrhaphy or reconstruction, wrist, open (eg, capsulodesis, ligament repair, tendon transfer or graft) (includes synovectomy, capsulotomy and open reduction) for carpal instability
    • 25240: Excision distal ulna partial or complete (eg, Darrach type or matched resection)
    • 25430: Insertion of vascular pedicle into carpal bone (eg, Hori procedure)
    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement

    Also known as:

    • Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
    • Arm Tendon Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Release
    • Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
    • Tendon Extension Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, 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:

    • Wrist Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Joint Lining Removal
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery for Synovium

    CPT Codes:

    • 29845: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; synovectomy, complete

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
    • Hand Tendon Transfer
    • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
    • Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
    • Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
    • Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
    • Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Relocation in Hand

    CPT Codes:

    • 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
    • 26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
    • Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Epicondylitis Repair
    • Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
    • Open Tendon Debridement Elbow

    CPT Codes:

    • 24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment

    Also known as:

    • Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
    • Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
    • Tendon Graft (Forearm)
    • Flexor Tendon Transfer
    • Extensor Tendon Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Finger Ligament Repair
    • Collateral ligament repair (finger)
    • MP joint ligament repair
    • Finger joint stabilization surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26540: Repair of collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Toe Joint Fusion with Bone Graft
    • Interphalangeal Joint Fusion
    • Finger Joint Arthrodesis
    • Toe Joint Fusion
    • Bone Graft for Joint Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 26862: Arthrodesis, interphalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation; with autograft (includes obtaining graft)

    Also known as:

    • Finger Joint Ligament Repair
    • Metacarpophalangeal Joint Ligament Reconstruction
    • MCP Joint Ligament Repair
    • Knuckle Ligament Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26542: Reconstruction, collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal joint, single; with local tissue (eg, adductor advancement)

    Also known as:

    • Flexor Tendon Release in Hand and Finger
    • Tendon Release Surgery
    • Flexor Tenolysis
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Finger Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 26442: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm AND finger, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

    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:

    • Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
    • Open Neuroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-1344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Lee in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AllWays Health Partners (MA)

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Sang-Gil Lee's Primary Practice

    1 Hawthorne Pl Ste 105

    Boston, MA 02114

    (617) 726-1344

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    40% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Sang-Gil Lee a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Lee has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Lee, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649270810.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Sang-Gil Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Boston, MA. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Lee to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sang-Gil Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Concord Hospital, Elliot Hospital, Speare Memorial Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

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    Is Sang-Gil Lee accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Sang-Gil Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sang-Gil Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (617) 726-1344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sang-Gil Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (617) 726-1344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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