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Who is Dr. Hickey, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Wrightsville Beach, NC?
Dr. Derrick Hickey, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wrightsville Beach, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hickey graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Hickey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickey’s office at (910) 791-4492.
Where did Dr. Hickey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Hickey board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Hickey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hickey speak?
Dr. Hickey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Hickey typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Hickey 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. Hickey. 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 here.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Hickey typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Hickey 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. Hickey. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Hickey accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Hickey's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Hickey's office located?
Dr. Derrick Hickey's Primary Practice
206 Causeway Dr Unit 232
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
(910) 791-4492
What is Dr. Hickey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hickey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356376289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hickey
What is Dr. Derrick Hickey's specialty?
Dr. Hickey is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Wrightsville Beach, NC.
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 this Dr. Derrick Hickey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hickey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Derrick Hickey accepting new patients in Wrightsville Beach, NC?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Hickey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Hickey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hickey's office at (910) 791-4492 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Hickey?
Please contact Dr. Hickey's office at (910) 791-4492 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derrick Hickey have?
Dr. Derrick Hickey is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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