Dr. Robert Ivy, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ivy, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?

Dr. Robert Ivy, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ivy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ivy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ivy’s office at (865) 558-4400.

What languages does Dr. Ivy speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Ivy treat?

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

Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
Osteoarthritis of the right hand
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Thumb Arthritis
Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
Degenerative Joint Disease
Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
Hand Arthritis

ICD-10 Codes:

M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist

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:

Trigger Right Middle Finger
Trigger Right Ring Finger
Trigger Left Middle Finger
Trigger Left Ring Finger
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Right Middle Finger
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Right Ring Finger
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Left Middle Finger
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Left Ring Finger

ICD-10 Codes:

M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger

Also known as:

Dupuytren's Contracture
Tendon and Ligament Disorder
Connective Tissue Disorder
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Dupuytren contracture
Joint Disorder
Palmar fibromatosis
Viking disease
Hand contracture
Enthesopathy
Tendon inflammation
Ligament pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
M778: Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classified

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:

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:

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:

Right Hand Ganglion Cyst
Connective Tissue Disorder
Right Hand Synovial Cyst
Lump on Right Hand
Right Hand Ganglion

ICD-10 Codes:

M67441: Ganglion, right hand

Also known as:

Ganglion Cyst
Connective Tissue Disorder
Ganglion
Synovial Cyst
Bible Bump
Gel-filled Lump

ICD-10 Codes:

M67442: Ganglion, left hand

What procedures does Dr. Ivy perform?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Ivy 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. Ivy. 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
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
Wrist Bone Removal
Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
Finger Contracture Release
Z-plasty Finger
Partial Carpectomy
Wrist Bone Excision
Carpal Bone Removal
Hand Soft Tissue Excision
Finger Tumor Removal
Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
Tendon Repair (Finger)
Finger Tendon Surgery
Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)
Hand Tumor Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery

CPT Codes:

26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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);
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26125: 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); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
25210: Carpectomy; 1 bone
26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon
26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater

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:

CPT Codes:

29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

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:

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:

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:

Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
Finger Joint Replacement Surgery
Intercarpal Arthroplasty
Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty
Knuckle Joint Replacement
Artificial Finger Joint Implant

CPT Codes:

25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
26531: Arthroplasty, metacarpophalangeal joint; with prosthetic implant, each joint

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:

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:

CPT Codes:

25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
25215: Carpectomy; all bones of proximal row

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:

Hand Cord Manipulation After Enzyme Injection
Dupuytren's cord manipulation', 'Enzyme injection for Dupuytren's
Palmar fascia treatment

CPT Codes:

26341: Manipulation, palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's cord), post enzyme injection (eg, collagenase), single cord

Also known as:

Injection for Dupuytren's Contracture
Collagenase injection for Dupuytren's', 'Enzyme injection for hand contracture', 'Dupuytren's disease injection

CPT Codes:

20527: Injection, enzyme (eg, collagenase), palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's contracture)

Also known as:

Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
Intercarpal Arthroplasty
Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
Wrist Joint Reconstruction
Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint

CPT Codes:

25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

26860: Arthrodesis, interphalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation;
26850: Arthrodesis, metacarpophalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation;

Also known as:

Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Wrist Bone Fixation
Epiphyseal Separation Repair
Wrist Fracture Surgery
Radial Bone Fracture Repair
Distal Radius 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

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of finger
26210: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of proximal, middle, or distal phalanx of finger;

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:

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:

Short Arm Splint Application
Forearm to hand splint
Static arm splint
Wrist and forearm splint
Arm immobilization splint

CPT Codes:

29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

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:

Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
Finger Bone Internal Fixation
Broken Finger Surgery

CPT Codes:

26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

Also known as:

Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
Hand Fracture Fixation
Broken Hand Bone Surgery
Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)

CPT Codes:

26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone

Also known as:

Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
Triceps tendon repair surgery
Tendon graft for arm

CPT Codes:

24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

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:

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:

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:

Finger or Thumb Amputation
Digit Amputation
Finger Removal
Thumb Amputation Surgery

CPT Codes:

26951: Amputation, finger or thumb, primary or secondary, any joint or phalanx, single, including neurectomies; with direct closure

Also known as:

Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
Hand Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Subcutaneous Hand Tumor Surgery

CPT Codes:

26111: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; 1.5 cm or greater

Also known as:

Recurrent Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Wrist Ganglion Excision
Ganglion Cyst Surgery Wrist
Removal of Wrist Lump

CPT Codes:

25112: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); recurrent

Also known as:

Scaphoid Bone Non-Union Repair
Navicular bone repair
Wrist bone fusion
Scaphoid fracture surgery

CPT Codes:

25440: Repair Of Nonunion, Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular) Bone, With Or Without Radial Styloidectomy (Includes Obtaining Graft And Necessary Fixation)

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
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

CPT Codes:

64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

Also known as:

Peripheral Nerve Block
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain

CPT Codes:

64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

Does Dr. Ivy accept my insurance?

Dr. Ivy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 558-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ivy accept in Knoxville, TN?

Dr. Ivy in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Department of Veterans Affairs
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Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ivy's office located?

Dr. Robert Ivy's Primary Practice

256 Fort Sanders West Blvd Ste 200

Knoxville, TN 37922

(865) 558-4400

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Dr. Robert Ivy's Practice 2

1422 Old Weisgarber Rd

Knoxville, TN 37909

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Dr. Robert Ivy's Practice 3

7228 Norris Fwy

Knoxville, TN 37918

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

Dr. Ivy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699742858.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ivy?

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

What is Dr. Robert Ivy's specialty?

Dr. Ivy is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Knoxville, TN. 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. Ivy to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Robert Ivy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ivy is affiliated with Parkwest 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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Is Robert Ivy accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

Yes, Dr. Robert Ivy is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Robert Ivy offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Ivy's office at (865) 558-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Robert Ivy?

Please contact Dr. Ivy's office at (865) 558-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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Who is Dr. Ivy, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?

What languages does Dr. Ivy speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Ivy treat?

What procedures does Dr. Ivy perform?

Does Dr. Ivy accept my insurance?

Dr. Ivy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 558-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ivy accept in Knoxville, TN?

Dr. Ivy in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Where is Dr. Ivy's office located?

Dr. Robert Ivy's Primary Practice

Dr. Robert Ivy's Practice 2

Dr. Robert Ivy's Practice 3

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

Dr. Ivy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699742858.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ivy?

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

What is Dr. Robert Ivy's specialty?

Is this Dr. Robert Ivy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Is Robert Ivy accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

Yes, Dr. Robert Ivy is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Robert Ivy offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Ivy's office at (865) 558-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Robert Ivy?

Please contact Dr. Ivy's office at (865) 558-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Knoxville, TN

Dr. Douglas Calhoun, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Joseph Defiore, MD

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Dr. Joshua Moss, MD

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