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Dr. Thomas France, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. France, Orthopedic Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Thomas France, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. France is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. France’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. France’s office at (303) 724-8472.

    What languages does Dr. France speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. France 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. France. 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 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • 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
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand

    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:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. France 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. France. 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:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Tendon Release
    • Shoulder Tenotomy
    • Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
    • Shoulder Tendon Cutting
    • Rotator Cuff Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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. France accept my insurance?

    Dr. France accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 724-8472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. France accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. France in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Ascension Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. France's office located?

    Dr. Thomas France's Primary Practice

    8501 Harcourt Rd

    Indianapolis, IN 46260

    (303) 724-8472

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    Dr. Thomas France's Practice 2

    8450 Northwest Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46278

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

    Dr. France's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073074043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. France?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas France's specialty?

    Dr. France is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN.

    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 this Dr. Thomas France affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. France is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Orthoindy Hospital, Iu Health Arnett Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital 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

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    Is Thomas France accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas France is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas France offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. France's office at (303) 724-8472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas France?

    Please contact Dr. France's office at (303) 724-8472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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