Accepting patients
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. 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 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 a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Clarkson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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]
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Clarkson typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Clarkson 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
- Finger Contracture Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Release (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);
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
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.
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, Cabell Huntington Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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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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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