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Dr. Mickey Cho, MD

San Antonio, TX

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    Who is Dr. Cho, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Mickey Cho, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cho completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (210) 804-5400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cho?

    Dr. Mickey Cho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Orthopaedic Disorders, Fractures, Joint Replacement, Ligament Reconstruction, Nerve & Tendon Reconstruction, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Antonio/TX community, Dr. Cho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    What languages does Dr. Cho speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cho treat?

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

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Arthritis in the Left Hand
    • Arthritis in the Right Shoulder
    • Arthritis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Joint Inflammation
    • Left Hand Arthropathy
    • Hand Arthritis
    • Shoulder Joint Inflammation
    • Right Shoulder Arthropathy
    • Shoulder Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M13842: Other specified arthritis, left hand
    • M13811: Other specified arthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    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]

    What procedures does Dr. Cho perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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
    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    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:

    • 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:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    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:

    • 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. Cho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 804-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Cho in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cho's office located?

    Dr. Mickey Cho's Primary Practice

    2829 Babcock Rd Ste 700

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 804-5400

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    Dr. Mickey Cho's Practice 2

    601 Creekside Xing Ste 106

    New Braunfels, TX 78130

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    Dr. Mickey Cho's Practice 3

    400 Concord Plaza Dr Ste 300

    San Antonio, TX 78216

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

    Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811002348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?

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

    What is Dr. Mickey Cho's specialty?

    Dr. Cho is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. 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. Cho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mickey Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cho is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: North Central Baptist Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mickey Cho accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Mickey Cho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mickey Cho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (210) 804-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mickey Cho?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (210) 804-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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