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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weldon, Orthopedic Surgeon in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Edward Weldon, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Weldon is fluent in English, Chinese, German, Spanish, Tagalog, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weldon’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weldon’s office at (808) 522-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Weldon?
Dr. Edward Weldon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic 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. Weldon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Weldon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Weldon speak?
Dr. Weldon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
German
Spanish
Tagalog
Thai
What conditions does Dr. Weldon treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Weldon 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. Weldon. 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 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Other Left Shoulder Joint Problems
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right shoulder problem
- Right shoulder arthropathy
- Right shoulder joint disease
- Left Shoulder Joint Condition
- Left Shoulder Arthropathy
- Left Shoulder Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25811: Other specified joint disorders, right shoulder
- M25812: Other specified joint disorders, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Tendon and Ligament Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Enthesopathy
- Tendon inflammation
- Ligament pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M778: Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Right Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
What procedures does Dr. Weldon perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Weldon 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. Weldon. 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:
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
- Bankart Repair
- Labral Repair
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
- 23455: Capsulorrhaphy, anterior; with labral repair (eg, Bankart procedure)
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Upper Arm or Elbow Tendon/Muscle Repair
- Bicep Tendon Repair
- Elbow Muscle Surgery
- Arm Tendon Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 24341: Repair, tendon or muscle, upper arm or elbow, each tendon or muscle, primary or secondary (excludes rotator cuff)
Also known as:
- Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Resection
- Biceps Tendon Transplant
- Long Head Biceps Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23440: Resection or transplantation of long tendon of biceps
Also known as:
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Care
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Closed Humeral Fracture Management
- Arm Bone Break Treatment
- Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
- Clavicle Fracture Management
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Radial Neck Fracture Care
- Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
- Forearm Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 23600: Closed treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture; without manipulation
- 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
- 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
- 24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Partial Shoulder Replacement
- Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty
- Glenohumeral Joint Replacement
- Shoulder Joint Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 23470: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; hemiarthroplasty
Also known as:
- Removal of Bone Cyst or Benign Tumor from Upper Arm Bone
- Humerus Bone Cyst Excision
- Proximal Humerus Tumor Removal
- Curettage of Humerus
CPT Codes:
- 23150: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of proximal humerus;
Also known as:
- Shoulder or Upper Arm Muscle Transfer
- Arm Muscle Transplant
- Shoulder Muscle Reconstruction
- Muscle Relocation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23395: Muscle transfer, any type, shoulder or upper arm; single
Also known as:
- Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
- Arm Tendon Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Release
- Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
- Tendon Extension Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each 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:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
- Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
- Triceps tendon repair surgery
- Tendon graft for arm
CPT Codes:
- 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Ulnar Fracture
- Olecranon Fracture Repair
- Coronoid Process Fracture Surgery
- Ulnar Bone Fracture Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 24685: Open treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Shoulder Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Shoulder Tumor Excision
- Subfascial Tumor Removal (Shoulder)
- Intramuscular Tumor Removal (Shoulder)
- Shoulder Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 23076: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Elbow Medial Collateral Ligament Repair
- UCL Repair
- Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
- MCL Elbow Repair
- Tommy John Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24345: Repair medial collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Shoulder Separation
- AC Joint Dislocation Repair
- Acromioclavicular Joint Surgery
- Shoulder Dislocation Open Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23550: Open treatment of acromioclavicular dislocation, acute or chronic;
Also known as:
- Open Shoulder Blade Fracture Repair
- Scapula Fracture Surgery
- Shoulder Blade Fixation
- Glenoid Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23585: Open treatment of scapular fracture (body, glenoid or acromion) includes internal fixation, when performed
Does Dr. Weldon accept my insurance?
Dr. Weldon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 522-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weldon accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Weldon in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AlohaCare
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Mohawk Industries
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Weldon's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Weldon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weldon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568536241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weldon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weldon
What is Dr. Edward Weldon's specialty?
Dr. Weldon is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Honolulu, HI. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Weldon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Weldon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weldon is affiliated with Straub Benioff 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 Edward Weldon accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Edward Weldon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Weldon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weldon's office at (808) 522-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Weldon?
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