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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clarkson, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in East Lansing, MI?
Dr. James Clarkson, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in East Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Clarkson completed his residency at Newham General Hospital -London, (England). Dr. Clarkson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clarkson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clarkson’s office at (517) 267-2460.
Where did Dr. Clarkson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine - Louisville, KY
Residency: Newham General Hospital -London, (England)
Medical School: London Hospital Medical College - London, England
What languages does Dr. Clarkson speak?
Dr. Clarkson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Clarkson treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Clarkson 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. Clarkson. 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 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:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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:
- 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]
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- 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:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
Also known as:
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
Also known as:
- Right Hand Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Right Hand Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Right Hand
- Right Hand Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67441: Ganglion, right hand
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67431: Ganglion, right wrist
Which procedures does Dr. Clarkson perform as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Clarkson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Clarkson's office.
Does Dr. Clarkson accept my insurance?
Dr. Clarkson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 267-2460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clarkson accept in East Lansing, MI?
Dr. Clarkson in East Lansing, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
McLaren Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Clarkson's office located?
Dr. James Clarkson's Primary Practice
804 Service Rd Rm A202C
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 267-2460
What is Dr. Clarkson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clarkson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124275698.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clarkson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clarkson
What is Dr. James Clarkson's specialty?
Dr. Clarkson is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near East Lansing, MI. A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist. Contact Dr. Clarkson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Clarkson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clarkson is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Mclaren Greater Lansing 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 James Clarkson accepting new patients in East Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. James Clarkson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Clarkson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (517) 267-2460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Clarkson?
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