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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caggiano, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Caggiano, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Caggiano graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Caggiano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caggiano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caggiano’s office at (805) 541-4600.
Where did Dr. Caggiano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Caggiano speak?
Dr. Caggiano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Caggiano typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Caggiano 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. Caggiano. 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 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:
- 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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Caggiano typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Caggiano 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. Caggiano. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
- Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
- Hand Fracture Fixation
- Broken Hand Bone Surgery
- Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)
CPT Codes:
- 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone
Does Dr. Caggiano accept my insurance?
Dr. Caggiano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 541-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caggiano accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Caggiano in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caggiano's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Caggiano's Primary Practice
862 Meinecke Ave Ste 100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 541-4600
What is Dr. Caggiano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caggiano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306133699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caggiano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caggiano
What is Dr. Nicholas Caggiano's specialty?
Dr. Caggiano is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near San Luis Obispo, CA.
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. Nicholas Caggiano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caggiano is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Nicholas Caggiano accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Caggiano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Caggiano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caggiano's office at (805) 541-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Caggiano?
Please contact Dr. Caggiano's office at (805) 541-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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