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Dr. Walter Sussman, DO

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Dr. Walter Sussman, DO

Wellesley, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sussman, Physiatrist in Wellesley, MA?

    Dr. Walter Sussman, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Wellesley, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sussman graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Emory University. Dr. Sussman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sussman’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sussman’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sussman?

    Dr. Walter Sussman, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist 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. Sussman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concussion, Joint and Soft Tissue Injections, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Orthopaedics-Non Surgical, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Regenerative Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wellesley/MA community, Dr. Sussman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Emory University

    • Residency: Emory University

    • Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Sussman board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Sussman, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Sussman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sussman treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sussman 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. Sussman. 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:

    • Gluteal Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Gluteal Tendinopathy
    • Gluteal Tendon Inflammation
    • Hip Tendinitis
    • Glute Tendonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7601: Gluteal tendinitis, right hip
    • M7602: Gluteal tendinitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    What procedures does Dr. Sussman perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sussman 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. Sussman. 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:

    • Hip Tendon Release
    • Hip Tenotomy
    • Hip Abductor Release
    • Hip Extensor Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27006: Tenotomy, abductors and/or extensor(s) of hip, open (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
    • Tennis Elbow Surgery (Open Debridement)
    • Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow', 'Tennis Elbow Surgery', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Repair
    • Epicondylitis Debridement', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous
    • 24358: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Tendon Release
    • Shoulder Tendon Release Surgery
    • Shoulder Tenotomy
    • Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
    • Shoulder Tendon Cutting
    • Rotator Cuff Tendon Release
    • Multiple Tendon Release (Shoulder)

    CPT Codes:

    • 23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon
    • 23406: Tenotomy, shoulder area; multiple tendons through same incision

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Release with Local Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Achilles Tendon Cut
    • Minimally Invasive Achilles Tenotomy
    • Heel Cord Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27605: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); local anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Toe Fasciotomy
    • Heel Bone Removal
    • Foot fascia release
    • Toe fascia surgery
    • Plantar fasciotomy
    • Calcaneus Ostectomy
    • Heel Bone Resection
    • Foot Bone Removal
    • Calcaneal Bone Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28008: Fasciotomy, foot and/or toe
    • 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;

    Also known as:

    • Adductor or Hamstring Tendon Release
    • Percutaneous Tenotomy
    • Hamstring Tendon Release
    • Adductor Tendon Release
    • Minimally Invasive Tendon Cut

    CPT Codes:

    • 27306: Tenotomy, percutaneous, adductor or hamstring; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Foot Bone Removal
    • Talus Bone Excision
    • Calcaneus Bone Excision
    • Foot Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    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

    Does Dr. Sussman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sussman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sussman accept in Wellesley, MA?

    Dr. Sussman in Wellesley, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sussman's office located?

    Dr. Walter Sussman's Primary Practice

    20 Walnut St Ste 14

    Wellesley, MA 02481

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    Dr. Walter Sussman's Practice 2

    15 Roche Brothers Way Ste 200

    North Easton, MA 02356

    (781) 344-3535

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    Dr. Walter Sussman's Practice 3

    1 Donalds Way Ste 202

    East Bridgewater, MA 02333

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 49 reviews

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    Office Experience

    99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    84% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Walter Sussman an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sussman has been rated and reviewed by 49 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sussman, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Regenerative Treatments in Sports and Orthopedic Medicine

    Springer, October 2017

    Musculoskeletal Physical Examination: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2e

    Elsevier, July 2016

    Advanced Concepts in Lumbar Degenerative Disk Disease

    Springer, October 2015

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

    Dr. Sussman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538457684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sussman?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Sussman's specialty?

    Dr. Sussman is a Physiatrist near Wellesley, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Sussman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Sussman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sussman is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, UMass Memorial Medical Center 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 Walter Sussman accepting new patients in Wellesley, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Sussman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Sussman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sussman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Sussman?

    Please contact Dr. Sussman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Sussman have?

    Dr. Walter Sussman is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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