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Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD

Homer, AK

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    Who is Dr. Mentzer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Homer, AK?

    Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Homer, AK with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Mentzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mentzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mentzer’s office.

    Is Dr. Mentzer board certified in Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mentzer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mentzer treat?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Mentzer 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. Mentzer. 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M189: Osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Finger
    • Aching Finger
    • Finger Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

    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:

    • Left Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear in Elbow
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Left Elbow UCL Rupture
    • Left Ulnar Collateral Ligament Sprain
    • Left Elbow Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S5332XA: Traumatic rupture of left ulnar collateral ligament, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Mentzer perform?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Mentzer 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. Mentzer. 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 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
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Mentzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mentzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mentzer accept in Homer, AK?

    Dr. Mentzer in Homer, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Alaska

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mentzer's office located?

    Dr. Kurt Mentzer's Primary Practice

    4201 Bartlett St Ste 201

    Homer, AK 99603

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    Dr. Kurt Mentzer's Practice 2

    12350 Industry Way Ste 110

    Anchorage, AK 99515

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    Dr. Kurt Mentzer's Practice 3

    17025 Snowmobile Ln Ste 102

    Eagle River, AK 99577

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

    Dr. Mentzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891882213.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mentzer?

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

    What is Dr. Kurt Mentzer's specialty?

    Dr. Mentzer is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Homer, AK. 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. Mentzer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kurt Mentzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mentzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Peninsula Hospital, Inc. 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

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    Is Kurt Mentzer accepting new patients in Homer, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Kurt Mentzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kurt Mentzer offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Kurt Mentzer?

    Please contact Dr. Mentzer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Mentzer have?

    Dr. Kurt Mentzer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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