16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shushan, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Alexander Shushan, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Shushan graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Boston Med Center. Dr. Shushan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shushan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shushan’s office at (410) 268-8862.
Where did Dr. Shushan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Med Center | Boston Med Center
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Shushan board certified in Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shushan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shushan speak?
Dr. Shushan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shushan treat?
As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shushan 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. Shushan. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
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
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pain
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- 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
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
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:
- 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 Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
Also known as:
- Tendon and Ligament Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Enthesopathy
- Tendon inflammation
- Ligament pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M778: Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- 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:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
What procedures does Dr. Shushan perform?
As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shushan 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. Shushan. 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
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Small Hand/Finger Tumor 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
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Tumor Removal
- Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
- Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
- 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
- Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
- Wrist Bone Fixation
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair
- Scaphoid fracture surgery
- Navicular bone fracture repair
- Wrist bone fixation
CPT Codes:
- 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
- 25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Removal of Wrist Bones (Carpectomy)
- Wrist Bone Removal (Radial Styloidectomy)
- Endoscopy
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
- Wrist Scope Surgery
- Keyhole Wrist Surgery
- Wrist Joint Repair
- Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
- Proximal row carpectomy
- Wrist bone excision
- Partial wrist fusion
- Radial Styloid Excision
- Wrist Bone Shaving
- Styloidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
- 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
- 25215: Carpectomy; all bones of proximal row
- 25230: Radial styloidectomy (separate procedure)
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:
- 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 Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Hand Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
- Finger or Hand Joint Fracture Repair
- Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
- Hand Fracture Fixation
- Broken Hand Bone Surgery
- Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)
- Articular Fracture Repair Hand
- Metacarpophalangeal Joint Fracture Surgery
- Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Repair
- Internal Fixation for Hand Fracture
CPT Codes:
- 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone
- 26746: Open treatment of articular fracture, involving metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
- Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
- Finger Bone Internal Fixation
- Broken Finger Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
- 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
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:
- Wrist Fracture Pinning
- Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
- Distal radius fracture repair
- Epiphyseal separation fixation
- Wrist bone pinning
CPT Codes:
- 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation
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:
- Hand Cord Manipulation After Enzyme Injection
- Dupuytren's cord manipulation', 'Enzyme injection for Dupuytren's
- Palmar fascia treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26341: Manipulation, palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's cord), post enzyme injection (eg, collagenase), single cord
Also known as:
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
CPT Codes:
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
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:
- Wrist or Forearm Tendon Sheath Removal (Extensor Side)
- Wrist or Forearm Tendon Sheath Removal (Flexor Side)
- Extensor Tenosynovectomy
- Wrist Synovial Excision (Extensor)
- Forearm Tendon Sheath Excision (Extensor)
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Wrist Synovial Excision
- Forearm Tendon Sheath Excision
CPT Codes:
- 25116: Radical excision of bursa, synovia of wrist, or forearm tendon sheaths (eg, tenosynovitis, fungus, Tbc, or other granulomas, rheumatoid arthritis); extensors, with or without transposition of dorsal retinaculum
- 25115: Radical excision of bursa, synovia of wrist, or forearm tendon sheaths (eg, tenosynovitis, fungus, Tbc, or other granulomas, rheumatoid arthritis); flexors
Also known as:
- Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
- Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
- Triceps tendon repair surgery
- Tendon graft for arm
CPT Codes:
- 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
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:
- Deep Foreign Body Removal (Muscle/Tendon)
- Muscle Foreign Body Extraction
- Tendon Sheath Foreign Body Removal
- Complicated Foreign Object Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20525: Removal of foreign body in muscle or tendon sheath; deep or complicated
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:
- Open Repair of Forearm Bone Fractures
- Radius and Ulna Fracture Surgery
- Forearm Bone Fixation
- Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Forearm)
- Arm Fracture ORIF
CPT Codes:
- 25575: Open Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures, With Internal Fixation, When Performed; Of Radius And Ulna
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:
- 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:
- Thumb Fracture Fixation Surgery
- Bennett Fracture Repair
- Thumb Joint Fracture Surgery
- Percutaneous Thumb Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 26650: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of carpometacarpal fracture dislocation, thumb (Bennett fracture), with manipulation
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Ulnar Fracture
- Olecranon Fracture Repair
- Coronoid Process Fracture Surgery
- Ulnar Bone Fracture Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 24685: Open treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Removal of Hand or Foot Nerve Tumor (Neuroma)
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
- Hand neuroma excision
- Foot neuroma removal
- Nerve tumor surgery hand/foot
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
- 64782: Excision of neuroma; hand or foot, except digital nerve
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Arm Muscle Flap Surgery
- Upper Extremity Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
CPT Codes:
- 15736: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; upper extremity
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. Shushan accept my insurance?
Dr. Shushan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 268-8862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shushan accept in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Shushan in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shushan's office located?
Dr. Alexander Shushan's Primary Practice
2000 Medical Pkwy Ste 101
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 268-8862
What is Dr. Shushan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shushan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336315803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shushan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shushan
What is Dr. Alexander Shushan's specialty?
Dr. Shushan is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Annapolis, MD. 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. Shushan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Shushan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shushan is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, CalvertHealth 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
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Is Alexander Shushan accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shushan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shushan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shushan's office at (410) 268-8862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shushan?
Please contact Dr. Shushan's office at (410) 268-8862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Shushan have?
Dr. Alexander Shushan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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