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Dr. Benjamin Plucknette, DO
Rochester, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plucknette, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Plucknette, DO is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Plucknette is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plucknette’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plucknette’s office at (585) 295-5476.
What languages does Dr. Plucknette speak?
Dr. Plucknette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Plucknette typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Plucknette 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. Plucknette. 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 here.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
- G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb
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 a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Plucknette typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Plucknette 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. Plucknette. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Spinal Nerve Transection
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
- Spinal Nerve Avulsion
- Extradural Nerve Cut
- Nerve Root Sectioning
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
- 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural
Does Dr. Plucknette accept my insurance?
Dr. Plucknette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 295-5476 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plucknette accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Plucknette in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Plucknette's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Plucknette's Primary Practice
30 Hagen Dr Ste 220
Rochester, NY 14625
(585) 295-5476
What is Dr. Plucknette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plucknette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790050425.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plucknette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plucknette
What is Dr. Benjamin Plucknette's specialty?
Dr. Plucknette is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Rochester, NY.
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. Benjamin Plucknette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plucknette is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital, Unity 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 Benjamin Plucknette accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Plucknette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Plucknette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plucknette's office at (585) 295-5476 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Plucknette?
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