Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Raleigh, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nwoko, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nwoko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwoko’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwoko’s office at (919) 232-5020.

What languages does Dr. Nwoko speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Nwoko treat?

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

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:

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 Wrist Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Radius Fracture
Arm Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Broken Left Wrist Bone
Distal Left Radius Fracture
Left Wrist Bone Break
Broken Right Wrist Bone
Distal Right Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Bone Break

ICD-10 Codes:

S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

Also known as:

Skin Numbness
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Loss of skin sensation
Cutaneous anesthesia
Numb skin

ICD-10 Codes:

R200: Anesthesia of skin

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:

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:

Osteoarthritis of the right hand
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, 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:

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:

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:

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:

Lateral Epicondylitis
Elbow Injuries and Disorder
Tennis Elbow
Lateral Epicondylalgia
Elbow Tendinitis

ICD-10 Codes:

M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

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

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

What procedures does Dr. Nwoko perform?

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

Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Dupuytren's Contracture Release (Percutaneous)
Release of Finger or Palm Tendon
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery
Tendon Repair (Finger)
Finger Tendon Surgery
Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
Hand Tumor Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
Percutaneous Palmar Fasciotomy', 'Needle Aponeurotomy', 'Minimally Invasive Dupuytren's Surgery
Flexor Tendon Tenolysis
Tendon Release Surgery (Hand)
Finger Tendon Adhesion Removal
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

CPT Codes:

26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
26040: Fasciotomy, palmar (eg, Dupuytren's contracture); percutaneous
26440: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm OR finger, each tendon
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:

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:

Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
Open Wrist Reconstruction for Instability
Wrist Arthroscopy
Wrist Joint Release Surgery
Removal of Lower Ulna Bone
Wrist Arthroscopy for Synovectomy
Endoscopy
De Quervain's Release
Wrist Tendon Decompression
Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
Wrist Ligament Repair
Carpal Instability Surgery
Wrist Capsulorrhaphy
Tendon Transfer Wrist
Wrist Scope Surgery
Keyhole Wrist Surgery
Wrist Joint Repair
Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
Wrist Capsulotomy
Wrist Contracture Release
Stiff Wrist Surgery
Distal Ulna Excision
Darrach Procedure
Ulna Resection
Wrist Bone Removal
Minimally Invasive Wrist Synovectomy
Wrist Joint Lining Removal

CPT Codes:

25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
25320: Capsulorrhaphy or reconstruction, wrist, open (eg, capsulodesis, ligament repair, tendon transfer or graft) (includes synovectomy, capsulotomy and open reduction) for carpal instability
29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
25085: Capsulotomy, wrist (eg, contracture)
25240: Excision distal ulna partial or complete (eg, Darrach type or matched resection)
29844: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; synovectomy, partial

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:

Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
Buried wire removal
Pin removal surgery
Rod removal (superficial)

CPT Codes:

20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)

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:

CPT Codes:

24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
26356: Repair or advancement, flexor tendon, in zone 2 digital flexor tendon sheath (eg, no man's land); primary, without free graft, each tendon
26350: Repair or advancement, flexor tendon, not in zone 2 digital flexor tendon sheath (eg, no man's land); primary or secondary without free graft, each tendon
26370: Repair or advancement of profundus tendon, with intact superficialis tendon; primary, each tendon
25260: Repair, tendon or muscle, flexor, forearm and/or wrist; primary, single, each tendon or muscle

Also known as:

Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
Finger or Thumb Tip Fracture Repair
Pinning for Finger/Thumb Fracture
Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
Finger Bone Internal Fixation
Broken Finger Surgery
Distal Phalanx Fracture Surgery
Finger Bone Break Repair
Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Finger)
Percutaneous Finger Fracture Fixation
Distal Phalanx Fracture Pinning
Minimally Invasive Finger Fracture Repair
Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
Unstable finger fracture repair
Thumb bone fracture treatment

CPT Codes:

26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
26765: Open treatment of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
26756: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb, each
26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each

Also known as:

Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Wrist Bone Fixation
Epiphyseal Separation Repair
Wrist Fracture Surgery
Radial Bone Fracture Repair
Distal Radius Fixation
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
25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation
25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed

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:

Carpal Tunnel Injection
Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
Wrist pain injection
Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
Tendon Injection
Ligament Injection
Soft Tissue Injection
Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)

CPT Codes:

20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion

Also known as:

Short Arm Cast Application
External Fixation System Placement (Uniplane)
Elbow to Finger Cast
Forearm Cast
Arm Immobilization Cast
Uniplane External Fixator
Bone External Fixation
External Frame for Bone Healing

CPT Codes:

29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
20690: Application of a uniplane (pins or wires in 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system

Also known as:

Elbow Ligament Repair
Tennis Elbow Surgery (Open Debridement)
Elbow Joint Surgery to Free Up Movement
Extensive Elbow Surgery for Stiffness
Lateral collateral ligament repair
LCL elbow repair
Elbow stabilization surgery
Local tissue elbow repair
Epicondylitis Debridement', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tendon Release
Elbow Arthrotomy
Elbow Capsule Release
Open Elbow Surgery
Elbow Contracture Release
Elbow Bone Removal Surgery
Elbow Joint Release

CPT Codes:

24343: Repair lateral collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue
24358: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open
24006: Arthrotomy of the elbow, with capsular excision for capsular release (separate procedure)
24149: Radical resection of capsule, soft tissue, and heterotopic bone, elbow, with contracture release (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
Arthrocentesis
Joint Fluid Removal
Bursa Injection

CPT Codes:

20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

Also known as:

Wrist Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
Endoscopy
Wrist Joint Lining Removal
Keyhole Wrist Surgery for Synovium

CPT Codes:

29845: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; synovectomy, complete

Also known as:

Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair (Open Surgery)
Ulnar Styloid Fracture Repair
Forearm Bone Fracture Repair (Open Surgery)
Humeral Fracture Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture Surgery
Supracondylar Humerus Repair
Arm Bone Internal Fixation
Wrist Fracture Surgery
Ulnar Bone Repair
Open Ulnar Styloid Fixation
Radial Head Fracture Open Reduction
Radius Bone Fracture Surgery
Elbow Fracture Internal Fixation
Radial Head Excision

CPT Codes:

24546: Open treatment of humeral supracondylar or transcondylar fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed; with intercondylar extension
25652: Open treatment of ulnar styloid fracture
24665: Open treatment of radial head or neck fracture, includes internal fixation or radial head excision, when performed;

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

26426: Repair of extensor tendon, central slip, secondary (eg, boutonniere deformity); using local tissue(s), including lateral band(s), each finger
26433: Repair of extensor tendon, distal insertion, primary or secondary; without graft (eg, mallet finger)
26520: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; metacarpophalangeal joint, each joint

Also known as:

Tendon Release Surgery for Hand or Finger
Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
Extensor tenolysis
Tendon freeing surgery
Hand tendon surgery
Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
Tendon Graft (Forearm)
Flexor Tendon Transfer
Extensor Tendon Transfer

CPT Codes:

26445: Tenolysis, extensor tendon, hand OR finger, each tendon
25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon

Also known as:

Finger or Thumb Amputation
Finger or Thumb Amputation with Skin Flap
Digit Amputation
Finger Removal
Thumb Amputation Surgery
Digit Amputation with Reconstruction
Digital Amputation
Finger Removal Surgery
Thumb Amputation with Flap

CPT Codes:

26951: Amputation, finger or thumb, primary or secondary, any joint or phalanx, single, including neurectomies; with direct closure
26952: Amputation, finger or thumb, primary or secondary, any joint or phalanx, single, including neurectomies; with local advancement flaps (V-Y, hood)

Also known as:

Hand Tendon Transfer
Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
Tendon Relocation in Hand

CPT Codes:

26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon

Also known as:

Exploration of Penetrating Arm/Leg Wound
Extremity Wound Exploration
Deep Wound Check Arm/Leg
Penetrating Injury Exploration

CPT Codes:

20103: Exploration of penetrating wound (separate procedure); extremity

Also known as:

Flexor Tendon Release in Hand and Finger
Tendon Release Surgery
Flexor Tenolysis
Hand Tendon Surgery
Finger Tendon Release

CPT Codes:

26442: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm AND finger, each tendon

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:

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:

Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
Finger Joint Capsulectomy
Finger Joint Capsulotomy
Interphalangeal Joint Surgery

CPT Codes:

26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint

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:

Long Arm Cast Application
Shoulder to hand cast
Full arm cast
Arm fracture cast

CPT Codes:

29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

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:

Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Collarbone Fixation
Open Clavicle Reduction

CPT Codes:

23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed

Also known as:

Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery

CPT Codes:

23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;

Also known as:

Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal

CPT Codes:

20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); 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:

Percutaneous Fixation of Hand Bone Fracture
Metacarpal Fracture Fixation
Pinning Hand Bone Fracture
Minimally Invasive Hand Fracture Repair
Hand Fracture Percutaneous Pinning

CPT Codes:

26608: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of metacarpal fracture, each bone

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:

Hand Tendon Realignment
Extensor tendon realignment
Finger tendon repair
Hand tendon repositioning

CPT Codes:

26437: Realignment of extensor tendon, hand, each tendon

Also known as:

Hand or Finger Bone Non-Union Repair
Metacarpal Non-Union Repair
Phalanx Non-Union Repair
Hand Bone Graft
Finger Bone Fracture Repair

CPT Codes:

26546: Repair non-union, metacarpal or phalanx (includes obtaining bone graft with or without external or internal fixation)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

Also known as:

Radial Head Replacement for Fracture
Elbow Fracture Surgery with Prosthesis
Radial Head Prosthetic Arthroplasty
Open Reduction Radial Head Fracture

CPT Codes:

24666: Open treatment of radial head or neck fracture, includes internal fixation or radial head excision, when performed; with radial head prosthetic replacement

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
Spinal Nerve Transection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
Spinal Nerve Avulsion
Extradural Nerve Cut
Nerve Root Sectioning

CPT Codes:

64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

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:

Finger or Toe Nerve Repair
Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
Nerve Repair with Synthetic Tube or Vein Graft
Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Digital Neuroplasty
Nerve Decompression (Finger/Toe)
Peripheral Nerve Repair (Digit)
Finger Nerve Repair
Toe Nerve Repair
Hand Nerve Suture
Foot Nerve Surgery
Nerve tube repair
Vein graft nerve repair
Synthetic conduit nerve repair
Peripheral nerve suture
Arm nerve repair
Leg nerve repair

CPT Codes:

64702: Neuroplasty; digital, 1 or both, same digit
64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve
64910: Nerve repair; with synthetic conduit or vein allograft (eg, nerve tube), each nerve
64857: Suture of major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, except sciatic; without transposition

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
64832: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; each additional digital nerve (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
Debridement of Open Fracture Wound
Excisional Debridement (Bone)
Open Fracture Debridement
Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning
Excisional Debridement for Open Fracture
Foreign Material Removal from Wound
Open Fracture 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
11011: 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, and muscle

Also known as:

Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
Proud flesh removal
Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
Granulation tissue treatment
Wound cautery

CPT Codes:

17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

Also known as:

Nail Bed Repair
Fingernail Bed Repair
Toenail Bed Repair
Nail Injury Repair

CPT Codes:

11760: Repair of nail bed

Also known as:

Fat Transfer to Face or Body (Small Volume)
Autologous Fat Grafting
Lipofilling
Fat Injection for Volume

CPT Codes:

15773: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to face, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, and/or feet; 25 cc or less injectate

Also known as:

Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

CPT Codes:

14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

Does Dr. Nwoko accept my insurance?

Dr. Nwoko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 232-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nwoko accept in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Nwoko in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko's Primary Practice

3009 New Bern Ave

Raleigh, NC 27610

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1811 Forest Hills Rd W

Wilson, NC 27893

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2701 Pickett Rd

Durham, NC 27705

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Dr. Nwoko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649435645.

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What is Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko's specialty?

Dr. Nwoko is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Raleigh, NC. 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. Nwoko to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nwoko is affiliated with WakeMed Raleigh Campus, WakeMed Cary Hospital, UNC Health Rex 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 Okechukwu Nwoko accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Nwoko's office at (919) 232-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Okechukwu Nwoko?

Please contact Dr. Nwoko's office at (919) 232-5020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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Who is Dr. Nwoko, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?

What languages does Dr. Nwoko speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Nwoko treat?

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Does Dr. Nwoko accept my insurance?

Dr. Nwoko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 232-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nwoko accept in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Nwoko in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Where is Dr. Nwoko's office located?

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

Dr. Nwoko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649435645.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwoko?

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

What is Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko's specialty?

Is this Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Is Okechukwu Nwoko accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

Yes, Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Nwoko's office at (919) 232-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Okechukwu Nwoko?

Please contact Dr. Nwoko's office at (919) 232-5020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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