Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waggenspack, Orthopedic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Wame Waggenspack, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waggenspack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waggenspack’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waggenspack’s office at (225) 924-2424.
Is Dr. Waggenspack board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Wame Waggenspack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Waggenspack speak?
Dr. Waggenspack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Waggenspack treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Waggenspack 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. Waggenspack. 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
- M19211: Secondary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Shoulder Joint
- Left Artificial Shoulder Joint
- Artificial Limbs
- Right Shoulder Replacement
- Right Shoulder Prosthesis
- Right Shoulder Arthroplasty
- Left Shoulder Replacement
- Left Shoulder Prosthesis
- Left Shoulder Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96611: Presence of right artificial shoulder joint
- Z96612: Presence of left artificial shoulder joint
Also known as:
- Right Bicep Tendinitis
- Bicep Tendinitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Right biceps tendon inflammation
- Right shoulder tendinitis
- Right bicipital tendinopathy
- Biceps Tendonitis
- Shoulder Tendinitis
- Bicipital Tendinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7521: Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder
- M7522: Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does Dr. Waggenspack perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Waggenspack 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. Waggenspack. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 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])
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 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)
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Shoulder Scope Surgery
- Shoulder Adhesiolysis
- Frozen Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Cleaning
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
- 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Capsular Contracture Release
- Joint Capsule Release
- Sever Procedure
- Contracture Release Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23020: Capsular contracture release (eg, Sever type 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:
- 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:
- 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. Waggenspack accept my insurance?
Dr. Waggenspack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 924-2424 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waggenspack accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Waggenspack in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmWINS Group
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Steward Health Choice
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Waggenspack's office located?
Dr. Wame Waggenspack's Primary Practice
8080 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste 1000
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 924-2424
What is Dr. Waggenspack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waggenspack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003834169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waggenspack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waggenspack
What is Dr. Wame Waggenspack's specialty?
Dr. Waggenspack is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Waggenspack to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wame Waggenspack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waggenspack is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, OakBend Medical Center, Texas Orthopedic Hospital, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Houston Methodist 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 Wame Waggenspack accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Wame Waggenspack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wame Waggenspack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waggenspack's office at (225) 924-2424 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wame Waggenspack?
Please contact Dr. Waggenspack's office at (225) 924-2424 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wame Waggenspack have?
Dr. Wame Waggenspack is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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