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Dr. Vikas Dhawan, MD

Dr. Vikas Dhawan, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhawan, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Vikas Dhawan, MD is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dhawan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhawan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhawan’s office at (314) 256-3850.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Louisville, School of Medicine | Ogori Daiichi General Hospital | University of Bern, Inselspital

    • Medical School: Moscow Medical Institute School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dhawan speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Dhawan typically treat?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Dhawan 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. Dhawan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease
    • Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    What procedures does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Dhawan typically perform?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Dhawan 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. Dhawan. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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
    • Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
    • Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
    • Wrist pain injection
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

    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:

    • Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
    • Open Neuroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

    Does Dr. Dhawan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhawan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 256-3850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhawan accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Dhawan in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dhawan's office located?

    Dr. Vikas Dhawan's Primary Practice

    6420 Clayton Rd Fl 1

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

    (314) 256-3850

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    Dr. Vikas Dhawan's Practice 2

    1031 Bellevue Ave Ste 280A

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

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    Dr. Vikas Dhawan's Practice 3

    1225 S Grand Blvd

    Saint Louis, MO 63104

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vikas Dhawan?

    Dr. Dhawan has appointments available at his Saint Louis, MO office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Dhawan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932349792.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhawan?

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

    What is Dr. Vikas Dhawan's specialty?

    Dr. Dhawan is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Plastic Hand Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods.

    Is this Dr. Vikas Dhawan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhawan is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, Anderson Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In 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

    When to see a Plastic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Vikas Dhawan accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Vikas Dhawan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikas Dhawan offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dhawan, or call (314) 256-3850 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikas Dhawan?

    Please contact Dr. Dhawan's office at (314) 256-3850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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