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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hendrikson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Waterbury, CT?
Dr. Robert Hendrikson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waterbury, CT. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Hendrikson graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Plastic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Hendrikson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hendrikson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hendrikson’s office at (203) 755-9166.
Where did Dr. Hendrikson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Plastic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hendrikson board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hendrikson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hendrikson speak?
Dr. Hendrikson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hendrikson treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hendrikson 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. Hendrikson. 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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the left wrist
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- 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:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
- M19032: Primary osteoarthritis, left 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:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
- Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Shoulder Pain
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Hip Joint Pain
- Right Hip Bursa Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
- M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder
- M7071: Other bursitis of hip, right hip
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
Also known as:
- Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Hand Tendinitis
- Hand Tenosynovitis
- Hand Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand
Also known as:
- Tendonitis in the Left Hand
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendon inflammation
- Synovitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed tendon sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65842: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left hand
What procedures does Dr. Hendrikson perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hendrikson 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. Hendrikson. 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:
- 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:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Long Arm Splint Application
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
- Shoulder to Hand Splint
- Arm Immobilization Splint
- Forearm and Upper Arm Splint
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
- 29105: Application of long arm splint (shoulder to hand)
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
- Finger Contracture Release
- Z-plasty Finger
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);
- 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)
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
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:
- Finger Splint Application
- Static Finger Splint
- Finger Immobilization
- Finger Brace
CPT Codes:
- 29130: Application of finger splint; static
Also known as:
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty
- Finger Joint Reconstruction
- Artificial Finger Joint Surgery
- Small Joint Replacement Hand
CPT Codes:
- 26535: Arthroplasty, interphalangeal joint; each joint
Also known as:
- Partial Collarbone Removal
- Partial Claviculectomy
- Collarbone Resection
- Shoulder Bone Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23120: Claviculectomy; partial
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:
- 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. Hendrikson accept my insurance?
Dr. Hendrikson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 755-9166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hendrikson accept in Waterbury, CT?
Dr. Hendrikson in Waterbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medica
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hendrikson's office located?
Dr. Robert Hendrikson's Primary Practice
60 Westwood Ave Ste 300
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 755-9166
What is Dr. Hendrikson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hendrikson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689755910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hendrikson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hendrikson
What is Dr. Robert Hendrikson's specialty?
Dr. Hendrikson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Waterbury, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Hendrikson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Hendrikson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hendrikson is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, CT 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 Robert Hendrikson accepting new patients in Waterbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hendrikson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Hendrikson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hendrikson's office at (203) 755-9166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Hendrikson?
Please contact Dr. Hendrikson's office at (203) 755-9166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Hendrikson have?
Dr. Robert Hendrikson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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