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Dr. Derek Weichel, MD

Beatrice, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weichel, Orthopedic Surgeon in Beatrice, NE?

    Dr. Derek Weichel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Beatrice, NE. He is board certified. Dr. Weichel graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Shasta Community Health Center Program. Dr. Weichel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weichel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weichel’s office at (402) 228-5417.

    Where did Dr. Weichel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Shasta Community Health Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Weichel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Weichel treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Weichel 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. Weichel. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip
    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    What procedures does Dr. Weichel perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Weichel 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. Weichel. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    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:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Does Dr. Weichel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weichel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 228-5417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weichel accept in Beatrice, NE?

    Dr. Weichel in Beatrice, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Weichel's office located?

    Dr. Derek Weichel's Primary Practice

    4800 Hospital Pkwy

    Beatrice, NE 68310

    (402) 228-5417

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

    Dr. Weichel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366654691.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weichel?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Weichel's specialty?

    Dr. Weichel is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Beatrice, NE. 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. Contact Dr. Weichel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Derek Weichel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weichel is affiliated with Bryan East Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Derek Weichel accepting new patients in Beatrice, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Weichel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Weichel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weichel's office at (402) 228-5417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek Weichel?

    Please contact Dr. Weichel's office at (402) 228-5417 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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