Dr. David Falconer, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Woodbury, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Falconer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Woodbury, MN?

Dr. David Falconer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Woodbury, MN. He is board certified. Dr. Falconer completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Orthopedic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Falconer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falconer’s office at (651) 968-5801.

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

Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Orthopedic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Albert Einstein College Med

Is Dr. Falconer board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. David Falconer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Falconer speak?

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

English

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

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

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:

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:

Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of the right hand
Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
Degenerative Joint Disease
Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
Joint Degeneration
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

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:

Other Orthopedic Aftercare
General orthopedic recovery
Musculoskeletal post-op care
Bone and joint follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

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:

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

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

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

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:

Short Arm Cast Application
Elbow to Finger Cast
Forearm Cast
Arm Immobilization Cast

CPT Codes:

29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

Also known as:

Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery

CPT Codes:

26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

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 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:

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:

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:

Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal

CPT Codes:

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

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

Does Dr. Falconer accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Falconer's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Falconer's office located?

Dr. David Falconer's Primary Practice

2090 Woodwinds Dr

Woodbury, MN 55125

(651) 968-5801

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What hospitals are Dr. Falconer affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Falconer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center,Spartanburg, SC

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 5 Procedures

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

Dr. Falconer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659487346.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falconer?

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

What is Dr. David Falconer's specialty?

Dr. Falconer is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Woodbury, MN.

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 Dr. David Falconer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Falconer is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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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