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Dr. Julian Carlo, MD

Vestavia Hills, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlo, Orthopedic Surgeon in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Dr. Julian Carlo, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vestavia Hills, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carlo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlo’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Carlo speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right 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:

    • 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]

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carlo 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. Carlo. 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 (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • 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
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
    • Finger Contracture Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);

    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:

    • 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:

    • Finger Tendon Removal
    • Flexor Tendon Excision (Finger)
    • Extensor Tendon Excision (Finger)
    • Finger Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26180: Excision of tendon, finger, flexor or extensor, each tendon

    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

    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

    Does Dr. Carlo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlo accept in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Dr. Carlo in Vestavia Hills, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Carlo's office located?

    Dr. Julian Carlo's Primary Practice

    1021 Montgomery Hwy Ste 201

    Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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    Dr. Julian Carlo's Practice 2

    201 Doug Baker Blvd

    Hoover, AL 35242

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    Dr. Julian Carlo's Practice 3

    3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 510

    Birmingham, AL 35243

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    What hospitals are Dr. Carlo affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Carlo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Watkins Hospital,Quitman, MS
    Shelby Baptist Medical Center,Alabaster, AL
    Sylacauga Surgical Associates,Sylacauga, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents St. Clair,Pell City, AL

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

    Dr. Carlo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598927881.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlo?

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

    What is Dr. Julian Carlo's specialty?

    Dr. Carlo is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Vestavia Hills, AL.

    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 Dr. Julian Carlo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlo is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Brookwood Baptist 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 Dr. Julian Carlo accepting new patients in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Julian Carlo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julian Carlo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Julian Carlo?

    Please contact Dr. Carlo's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carlo's office located?

    Dr. Carlo's offices are located in Vestavia Hills, AL, Hoover, AL, and Birmingham, AL.