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Dr. Joshua Hudgens, MD

Durham, NC

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    Who is Dr. Hudgens, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Joshua Hudgens, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hudgens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hudgens’s office at (919) 220-5255.

    What languages does Dr. Hudgens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hudgens treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hudgens 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. Hudgens. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • After Surgery
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    What procedures does Dr. Hudgens perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hudgens 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. Hudgens. 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:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    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])
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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. Hudgens accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Hudgens' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Hudgens' office located?

    Dr. Joshua Hudgens' Primary Practice

    120 William Penn Plz

    Durham, NC 27704

    (919) 220-5255

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    Dr. Joshua Hudgens' Practice 2

    1501 N Bickett Blvd Ste F

    Louisburg, NC 27549

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    Dr. Joshua Hudgens' Practice 3

    1500 E Medical Center Dr Spc 5328

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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

    Dr. Hudgens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649531161.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hudgens?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Hudgens's specialty?

    Dr. Hudgens is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Durham, NC. 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. Hudgens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Hudgens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hudgens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joshua Hudgens accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Hudgens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Hudgens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hudgens's office at (919) 220-5255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Hudgens?

    Please contact Dr. Hudgens's office at (919) 220-5255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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