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Dr. Tolga Turker, MD

Dr. Tolga Turker, MD

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turker, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Tolga Turker, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Turker completed his residency at Istanbul University Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery. Dr. Turker is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turker’s office at (520) 694-8000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Turker?

    Dr. Tolga Turker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Turker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Microsurgery, Pediatric Hand Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Turker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Istanbul University Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery

    Is Dr. Turker board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Tolga Turker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Turker speak?

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

    • English

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Turker treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Turker 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. Turker. 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 Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Right Wrist Bone
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Lesion
    • Shoulder Nerve Damage
    • Arm Nerve Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S143XXA: Injury of brachial plexus, initial encounter

    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:

    • 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:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Turker perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Turker 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. Turker. 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
    • Wrist Bone Removal
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Repair (Finger)
    • Finger Tendon Surgery
    • Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Tumor Removal
    • Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
    • Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
    • Partial Carpectomy
    • Wrist Bone Excision
    • Carpal Bone Removal
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
    • 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
    • 25210: Carpectomy; 1 bone
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    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:

    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Open Wrist Reconstruction for Instability
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
    • Wrist Ligament Repair
    • Carpal Instability Surgery
    • Wrist Capsulorrhaphy
    • Tendon Transfer Wrist

    CPT Codes:

    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
    • 25320: Capsulorrhaphy or reconstruction, wrist, open (eg, capsulodesis, ligament repair, tendon transfer or graft) (includes synovectomy, capsulotomy and open reduction) for carpal instability

    Also known as:

    • Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
    • Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
    • Tendon Graft (Forearm)
    • Flexor Tendon Transfer
    • Extensor Tendon Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon

    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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    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:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
    • Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
    • Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
    • Finger Bone Internal Fixation
    • Broken Finger Surgery
    • Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
    • Unstable finger fracture repair
    • Thumb bone fracture treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
    • 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Hand Tendon Transfer
    • Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
    • Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Relocation in Hand

    CPT Codes:

    • 26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Finger Tendon Repair
    • Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Digital Tendon Surgery
    • Hand Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 26356: Repair or advancement, flexor tendon, in zone 2 digital flexor tendon sheath (eg, no man's land); primary, without free graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Wrist Fracture Surgery
    • Radial Bone Fracture Repair
    • Distal Radius Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    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:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Wrist Joint Reconstruction
    • Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint

    CPT Codes:

    • 25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
    • Hand Lump Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Thumb Amputation
    • Digit Amputation
    • Finger Removal
    • Thumb Amputation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26951: Amputation, finger or thumb, primary or secondary, any joint or phalanx, single, including neurectomies; with direct closure

    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
    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

    Also known as:

    • Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
    • Finger Nerve Repair
    • Toe Nerve Repair
    • Hand Nerve Suture
    • Foot Nerve Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve

    Also known as:

    • First Stage of Nerve Transfer Surgery
    • Nerve Pedicle Graft (Stage 1)
    • Nerve Transfer Procedure (Initial)
    • Nerve Reconstruction (First Stage)
    • Peripheral Nerve Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 64905: Nerve pedicle transfer; first stage

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Facial skin graft
    • Hand skin graft
    • Neck skin graft
    • Genital skin graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal
    • Nail Matrix Excision
    • Permanent Nail Removal
    • Deformed Nail Surgery
    • Toenail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Turker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turker accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Turker in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Turker's office located?

    Dr. Tolga Turker's Primary Practice

    535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101

    Tucson, AZ 85711

    (520) 694-8000

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    Dr. Tolga Turker's Practice 2

    707 N Alvernon Way Ste 205

    Tucson, AZ 85711

    (520) 694-8000

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    Dr. Tolga Turker's Practice 3

    265 W Ina Rd

    Oro Valley, AZ 85704

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Dr. Turker earned his medical degree at Istanbul University in Turkey.

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

    Dr. Turker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417104977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turker?

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

    What is Dr. Tolga Turker's specialty?

    Dr. Turker is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Turker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tolga Turker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turker is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Tolga Turker accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Tolga Turker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tolga Turker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turker's office at (520) 694-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tolga Turker?

    Please contact Dr. Turker's office at (520) 694-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tolga Turker have?

    Dr. Tolga Turker is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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