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Who is Dr. Kummer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Jennifer Kummer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kummer graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine. Dr. Kummer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kummer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kummer’s office at (303) 694-3333.
Where did Dr. Kummer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kummer board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Kummer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kummer speak?
Dr. Kummer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Kummer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kummer 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. Kummer. 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 here.
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 fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
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:
- 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:
- Right Elbow Pain
- Left Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
- Aching left elbow
- Sore left elbow
- Left elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
- M25522: Pain in left elbow
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. Kummer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kummer 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. Kummer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
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:
- 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. Kummer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kummer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 694-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kummer accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Kummer in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kummer's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Kummer's Practice 2
8200 E Belleview Ave Ste 615E
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
What is Dr. Kummer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kummer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265690531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kummer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kummer
What is Dr. Jennifer Kummer's specialty?
Dr. Kummer is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Aurora, CO.
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 this Dr. Jennifer Kummer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kummer is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Hca Healthone Swedish, Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Hca Healthone Sky Ridge 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 Jennifer Kummer accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Kummer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Kummer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kummer's office at (303) 694-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Kummer?
Please contact Dr. Kummer's office at (303) 694-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Kummer have?
Dr. Jennifer Kummer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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