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Who is Dr. Wurtzel, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Warren, MI?
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Warren, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wurtzel graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine. Dr. Wurtzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wurtzel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wurtzel’s office at (855) 450-2020.
Where did Dr. Wurtzel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wurtzel speak?
Dr. Wurtzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wurtzel treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Wurtzel 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. Wurtzel. 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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Left Radius Fracture (Wrist Joint)
- Right Radius Fracture (Wrist Joint)
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist
- Left Arm Fracture
- Intraarticular Radius Fracture
- Broken Right Wrist
- Right Arm Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572D: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52571D: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, 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
What procedures does Dr. Wurtzel perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Wurtzel 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. Wurtzel. 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:
- Release of Finger or Palm Tendon
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Flexor Tendon Tenolysis
- Tendon Release Surgery (Hand)
- Finger Tendon Adhesion Removal
- 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:
- 26440: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm OR finger, each tendon
- 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:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Finger or Thumb Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Phalangeal Fracture Treatment
- Broken Finger Tip Treatment
- Thumb Fracture Care without Manipulation
- Phalangeal Fracture Non-Surgical
- Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Radial Neck Fracture Care
- Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
- Forearm Bone 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
- 26750: Closed treatment of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
- 24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
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:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
Also known as:
- Finger Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Partial Finger Bone Removal
- Finger Bone Infection Removal
- Finger Bone Tumor Excision
- Finger Bone Cyst Curettage
- Remove Finger Bone Growth
- Distal Phalanx Excision
- Finger Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Finger Surgery
- Finger Tip Bone Removal
- Finger Phalanx Bone Excision
- Osteomyelitis of Finger Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26210: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of proximal, middle, or distal phalanx of finger;
- 26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of finger
- 26235: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); proximal or middle phalanx of finger
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:
- 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:
- Finger or Toe Joint Surgery
- Finger Joint Exploration
- Toe Joint Drainage
- Removal of Loose Body from Finger Joint
- Interphalangeal Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26080: Arthrotomy, with exploration, drainage, or removal of loose or foreign body; interphalangeal joint, each
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Wurtzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wurtzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 450-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wurtzel accept in Warren, MI?
Dr. Wurtzel in Warren, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wurtzel's office located?
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel's Primary Practice
11012 E 13 Mile Rd Ste 112A
Warren, MI 48093
(855) 450-2020
What is Dr. Wurtzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wurtzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972864403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wurtzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wurtzel
What is Dr. Caroline Wurtzel's specialty?
Dr. Wurtzel is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Warren, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Wurtzel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Caroline Wurtzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wurtzel is affiliated with Chelsea Hospital, ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital 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 Caroline Wurtzel accepting new patients in Warren, MI?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Wurtzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Wurtzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wurtzel's office at (855) 450-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Wurtzel?
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