Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mudgal graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and completed his residency at Caritas Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year; Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Mudgal is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mudgal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mudgal’s office at (617) 726-4700.

Where did Dr. Mudgal go to medical school and complete their residency?

Fellowship: Indiana Hand Ctr/Mass General, Fellow:Upper Extremity | Wirral/Univ Liverpool, UK, Sr Clin Research Fellow
Residency: Caritas Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year; Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Harvard Affiliated Hospitals | Massachusetts General Hospital | Harvard University Affiliated Hospitals | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: L T M Med Coll- Univ Of Bombay- Bombay- Maharashtra- India | Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College

Is Dr. Mudgal board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Mudgal speak?

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

English
Hindi
Marathi

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

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Mudgal 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. Mudgal. 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:

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

ICD-10 Codes:

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

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:

Finger Pain
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore Finger
Aching Finger
Finger Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

Also known as:

Finger Pain
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore fingers
Aching fingers
Finger discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

Also known as:

Trigger Finger
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis
Digital Tenosynovitis
Finger Tendonitis

ICD-10 Codes:

M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger

Also known as:

Right Hand Joint Pain
Joint Disorder
Sore Right Hand Joints
Aching Right Hand Joints
Right Hand Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25541: Pain in joints of right hand

Also known as:

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

ICD-10 Codes:

M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

Also known as:

Colles' Fracture
Arm Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Broken wrist
Distal radius fracture
Wrist break
Silver-fork deformity

ICD-10 Codes:

S52532A: Colles' fracture of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

Also known as:

Right Hand Pain
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Pain in right palm
Right wrist and hand pain
Right hand discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M79641: Pain in right hand

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

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Mudgal 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. Mudgal. 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:

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:

Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery

CPT Codes:

26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

Does Dr. Mudgal accept my insurance?

Dr. Mudgal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

Top Insurances

BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Mudgal's office located?

Yaw 2100

55 Fruit St

Boston, MA 02114

(617) 726-4700

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Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal's Practice 2

40 Second Ave Ste 300

Waltham, MA 02451

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What hospitals are Dr. Mudgal affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Mudgal has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Massachusetts General Hospital,Boston, MA

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 5 Procedures

Ratings & Reviews

5.0

Overall rating

Based on 1 review

Attentiveness

100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

Wait Times

100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

Diagnosis

100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

Patients give Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Mudgal 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. Mudgal, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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Recognitions

Awards

Dr G.M. Phadke Prize, Pharmacology, 1982
Dr G.M. Phadke Prize, Surgery, 1983

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

Dr. Mudgal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265413926.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mudgal?

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

What is Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal's specialty?

Dr. Mudgal is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Boston, MA.

What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

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.

Is Dr. Chaitanya Mudgal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Mudgal is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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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