Who is Dr. Stein, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Andrew Stein, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Stein graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Stein is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stein’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stein’s office at (617) 638-5633.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stein?
Dr. Andrew Stein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand 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. Stein empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Reconstructive Surgery, Trauma, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Boston/MA community, Dr. Stein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Stein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tufts Combined, Fellow:Hand Surgery | Combined Hand Fellowship, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston MA , Association for the Study of Internal Fixation International Trauma Fellowship, Switzerland
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery | St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Stein board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Stein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Stein speak?
Dr. Stein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Stein treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Stein 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. Stein. 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.
D219: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
Forearm Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
Joint Disorder
Tendinitis
Forearm Tendinitis
Forearm Tenosynovitis
Forearm Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
M65831: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right forearm
Also known as:
Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Right Ulnar Neuropathy
Right Elbow Nerve Pain
Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
What procedures does Dr. Stein perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Stein 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. Stein. 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.
26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
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);
26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; 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:
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:
Non-Surgical Finger or Thumb Fracture Treatment
Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
Closed Distal Phalangeal Fracture Treatment
Broken Finger Tip Treatment
Thumb Fracture Care without Manipulation
Phalangeal Fracture Non-Surgical
Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
Colles Fracture Treatment
Smith Fracture Treatment
Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
Colles Fracture Reduction
Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
Radial Neck Fracture Care
Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
Forearm Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
26750: Closed treatment of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
25240: Excision distal ulna partial or complete (eg, Darrach type or matched resection)
Also known as:
Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
Buried wire removal
Pin removal surgery
Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Forearm or Wrist Tendon Release
Tendon Release Surgery for Hand or Finger
Finger Tendon Removal
Open tenotomy
Flexor tendon release
Extensor tendon release
Extensor tenolysis
Tendon freeing surgery
Hand tendon surgery
Flexor Tendon Excision (Finger)
Extensor Tendon Excision (Finger)
Finger Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
26445: Tenolysis, extensor tendon, hand OR finger, each tendon
26180: Excision of tendon, finger, flexor or extensor, each tendon
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:
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:
Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
Phalangeal fracture treatment
Broken finger treatment
Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
Hand Bone Fracture Care
Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
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 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:
Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
Finger Tendon Repair
Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
Triceps tendon repair surgery
Tendon graft for arm
Flexor Tendon Repair
Digital Tendon Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
26356: Repair or advancement, flexor tendon, in zone 2 digital flexor tendon sheath (eg, no man's land); primary, without free graft, each tendon
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:
Finger Splint Application
Static Finger Splint
Finger Immobilization
Finger Brace
CPT Codes:
29130: Application of finger splint; static
Also known as:
Extensive Elbow Surgery for Stiffness
Tennis Elbow Surgery (Open Debridement)
Removal of Elbow Bursa
Elbow Contracture Release
Elbow Bone Removal Surgery
Elbow Joint Release
Epicondylitis Debridement', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tendon Release
Olecranon Bursa Excision
Elbow Bursa Removal Surgery
Bursitis Elbow Surgery
CPT Codes:
24149: Radical resection of capsule, soft tissue, and heterotopic bone, elbow, with contracture release (separate procedure)
24358: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open
24105: Excision, olecranon bursa
Also known as:
Ganglion Cyst Aspiration or Injection
Ganglion Cyst Drainage
Cyst Fluid Removal
Ganglion Cyst Treatment
Cyst Injection
CPT Codes:
20612: Aspiration and/or injection of ganglion cyst(s) any location
Also known as:
Finger or Toe Joint Fusion
Finger Joint Fusion
Interphalangeal Arthrodesis
Digit Joint Fusion
Finger Joint Surgery
Toe Joint Surgery
Metacarpophalangeal Arthrodesis
MCP Joint Fusion
Finger Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
26860: Arthrodesis, interphalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation;
26850: Arthrodesis, metacarpophalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation;
Also known as:
Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
Removing a Small Lump from Upper Arm or Elbow
Hand Soft Tissue Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Tumor Excision
Hand Lump Removal
Arm Tumor Excision
Elbow Lump Removal
Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
24075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
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 Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Wrist Bone Fixation
Epiphyseal Separation Repair
Scaphoid fracture surgery
Navicular bone fracture repair
Wrist bone fixation
CPT Codes:
25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed
Also known as:
Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
Finger Joint Capsulectomy
Finger Joint Capsulotomy
Interphalangeal Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint
Also known as:
Closed Treatment of Wrist Bone Fracture
Scaphoid Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
Navicular Bone Fracture Treatment
Wrist Fracture Care Without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
25622: Closed Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture; Without Manipulation
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:
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:
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:
Mallet Finger Repair
Extensor Tendon Repair (Finger)
Closed Mallet Finger Treatment
Finger Tendon Pinning
CPT Codes:
26432: Closed treatment of distal extensor tendon insertion, with or without percutaneous pinning (eg, mallet finger)
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:
Finger or Hand Joint Fracture Repair
Articular Fracture Repair Hand
Metacarpophalangeal Joint Fracture Surgery
Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Repair
Internal Fixation for Hand Fracture
CPT Codes:
26746: Open treatment of articular fracture, involving metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
Deep Foreign Body Removal (Muscle/Tendon)
Muscle Foreign Body Extraction
Tendon Sheath Foreign Body Removal
Complicated Foreign Object Removal
CPT Codes:
20525: Removal of foreign body in muscle or tendon sheath; deep or complicated
Also known as:
Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Forearm/Wrist)
Forearm Tumor Excision
Wrist Soft Tissue Mass Removal
Subcutaneous Tumor Removal Arm
Small Tumor Removal Forearm
CPT Codes:
25075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
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:
Finger or Toe Joint Replacement
Finger Joint Arthroplasty
Toe Joint Replacement
Interphalangeal Joint Prosthesis
CPT Codes:
26536: Arthroplasty, interphalangeal joint; with prosthetic implant, each joint
Also known as:
Forearm Bone Non-Healing Fracture Repair
Radius or Ulna Nonunion Repair
Forearm Bone Malunion Correction
Broken Forearm Bone Repair (No Graft)
CPT Codes:
25400: Repair of nonunion or malunion, radius OR ulna; without graft (eg, compression technique)
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
Spinal Nerve Transection
Removal of Hand or Foot Nerve Tumor (Neuroma)
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
Spinal Nerve Avulsion
Extradural Nerve Cut
Nerve Root Sectioning
Hand neuroma excision
Foot neuroma removal
Nerve tumor surgery hand/foot
CPT Codes:
64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural
64782: Excision of neuroma; hand or foot, except digital nerve
Also known as:
Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Finger Nerve Repair
Toe Nerve Repair
Hand Nerve Suture
Foot Nerve Surgery
Peripheral nerve suture
Arm nerve repair
Leg nerve repair
CPT Codes:
64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve
64857: Suture of major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, except sciatic; without transposition
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Stein accept my insurance?
Dr. Stein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-5633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stein accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Stein in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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What is Dr. Stein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992753990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stein
What is Dr. Andrew Stein's specialty?
Dr. Stein is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Boston, MA.
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. Stein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Stein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stein is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly
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Is Andrew Stein accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Stein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Stein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stein's office at (617) 638-5633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Stein?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Stein have?
Dr. Andrew Stein is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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