Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cohen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Joliet, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cohen?
Dr. Michael Cohen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cohen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Rotator Cuff Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Joliet, IL community, Dr. Cohen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cohen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | MC GAW MEDICAL CENTER NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cohen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cohen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?
Dr. Cohen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cohen typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cohen typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:
- 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:
- 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)
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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
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)
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])
Does Dr. Cohen accept my insurance?
Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 725-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Cohen in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Cohen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cohen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Cohen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881628790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cohen