Dr. Helmut Pfalz, MD

Surgeon, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist

Prince Frederick, MD

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Pfalz, Surgeon in Prince Frederick, MD?

Dr. Helmut Pfalz, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Prince Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Pfalz graduated from Universit‰t Ulm Medizinische Fakult‰t and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Pfalz is fluent in English, French, German, and Latin, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pfalz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pfalz’s office at (410) 535-7530.

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

Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Wright State University | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: University Ulm, Med Fak, Ulm, Germany | Universit‰t Ulm Medizinische Fakult‰t

Is Dr. Pfalz board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Helmut Pfalz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Pfalz speak?

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

English
French
German
Latin

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Pfalz typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Pfalz 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. Pfalz. 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:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Median Nerve Compression
Wrist Nerve Entrapment
Right Wrist Nerve Compression
Right Hand Numbness
Right CTS
Left Wrist Nerve Compression
Left Hand Numbness
Left CTS

ICD-10 Codes:

G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

Also known as:

Stiffness in Right Hand
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Stiff Right Hand
Limited Right Hand Movement
Right Hand Rigidity

ICD-10 Codes:

M25641: Stiffness of right hand, not elsewhere classified

Also known as:

Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
Health Screening
Heart Disease Screening
Vascular Disease Check
Cardiac Screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Pfalz typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Pfalz 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. Pfalz. 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:

Flexor Tendon Release in Hand and Finger
Tendon Release Surgery
Flexor Tenolysis
Hand Tendon Surgery
Finger Tendon Release

CPT Codes:

26442: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm AND finger, each tendon

Also known as:

Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
De Quervain's Release
Wrist Tendon Decompression
Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

CPT Codes:

25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

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:

Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
Finger Contracture Release Surgery
Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

CPT Codes:

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);

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:

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 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:

Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Strangulated Hernia Repair
Incarcerated Hernia Surgery

CPT Codes:

49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Does Dr. Pfalz accept my insurance?

Dr. Pfalz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 535-7530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Pfalz accept in Prince Frederick, MD?

Dr. Pfalz in Prince Frederick, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Pfalz's office located?

Dr. Helmut Pfalz's Primary Practice

110 Hospital Rd Ste 210

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

(410) 535-7530

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Dr. Helmut Pfalz's Practice 2

985 Prince Frederick Blvd Ste 101

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

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Dr. Helmut Pfalz's Practice 3

8191 Jennifer Ln Ste 150

Owings, MD 20736

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What hospitals are Dr. Pfalz affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Pfalz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Calverthealth Medical Center,Prince Frederick, MD

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Medstar St. Mary's Hospital,Leonardtown, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

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

Dr. Pfalz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336237411.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pfalz?

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

What is Dr. Helmut Pfalz's specialty?

Dr. Pfalz is a Surgeon near Prince Frederick, MD.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Helmut Pfalz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Pfalz is affiliated with Calverthealth Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital 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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