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Dr. Craig Wiseman, MD

Dr. Craig Wiseman, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Brentwood, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiseman, Orthopedic Surgeon in Brentwood, CA?

    Dr. Craig Wiseman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brentwood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Wiseman completed his residency at St. Mary's Medical Center, San Francisco. Dr. Wiseman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiseman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiseman’s office.

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

    • Residency: St. Mary's Medical Center, San Francisco

    Is Dr. Wiseman board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Wiseman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Wiseman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

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

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

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Wiseman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiseman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiseman accept in Brentwood, CA?

    Dr. Wiseman in Brentwood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wiseman's office located?

    Dr. Craig Wiseman's Primary Practice

    350 John Muir Pkwy Ste 100

    Brentwood, CA 94513

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    Dr. Craig Wiseman's Practice 2

    5201 Norris Canyon Rd

    San Ramon, CA 94583

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    Dr. Craig Wiseman's Practice 3

    101 Sand Creek Rd Ste B

    Brentwood, CA 94513

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

    Dr. Wiseman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558386524.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiseman?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Wiseman's specialty?

    Dr. Wiseman is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Brentwood, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Craig Wiseman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiseman is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Eden Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Craig Wiseman accepting new patients in Brentwood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Wiseman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Wiseman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiseman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Craig Wiseman?

    Please contact Dr. Wiseman's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiseman's office located?

    Dr. Wiseman's offices are located in Brentwood, CA and San Ramon, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Wiseman have?

    Dr. Craig Wiseman is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.