Dr. Andrew Matson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Matson, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Boston, MA?

Dr. Andrew Matson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Matson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matson’s office at (617) 732-5384.

What languages does Dr. Matson speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Matson treat?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Matson 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. Matson. 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 left thumb joint
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
Osteoarthritis of the right hand
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Thumb Arthritis
Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

ICD-10 Codes:

M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand

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:

Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
Left Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
Right Shoulder Synovitis
Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
Left Shoulder Synovitis
Left Shoulder Joint Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
M67912: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, left shoulder

Also known as:

Shoulder Bursitis
Bursitis
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
Shoulder Joint Inflammation
Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
Subacromial Bursitis
Shoulder Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder

Also known as:

Left Wrist Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Radius Fracture
Arm Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Broken Left Wrist Bone
Distal Left Radius Fracture
Left Wrist Bone Break
Broken Right Wrist Bone
Distal Right Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Bone Break

ICD-10 Codes:

S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

Also known as:

Trigger Right Middle Finger
Trigger Left Middle Finger
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Right Middle Finger
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Left Middle Finger

ICD-10 Codes:

M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger

Also known as:

De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

ICD-10 Codes:

M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

Also known as:

Skin Numbness
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Loss of skin sensation
Cutaneous anesthesia
Numb skin

ICD-10 Codes:

R200: Anesthesia of skin

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:

Right Hand Pain
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Pain in right palm
Right wrist and hand pain
Right hand discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M79641: Pain in right hand

What procedures does Dr. Matson perform?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Matson 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. Matson. 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 for Decompression
Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
Endoscopy
Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
Subacromial Decompression
Shoulder Impingement Surgery
Acromioplasty
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
Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery

CPT Codes:

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)
23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;

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:

Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
Knee Injection with Ultrasound
Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal

CPT Codes:

20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

Also known as:

Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
Endoscopy
Shoulder Scope Cleaning
Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
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])
29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

Also known as:

Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
Finger Contracture Release
Z-plasty Finger

CPT Codes:

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);
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26125: 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); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
Finger Joint Injection
Toe Joint Injection
Bursa Injection with Ultrasound

CPT Codes:

20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

Also known as:

Forearm or Wrist Tendon Release
Open tenotomy
Flexor tendon release
Extensor tendon release

CPT Codes:

25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon

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:

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:

Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
Hand Soft Tissue Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Tumor Excision
Hand Lump Removal

CPT Codes:

26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

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:

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:

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:

Upper Arm Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
Proximal Humerus Fracture Care
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Closed Humeral Fracture Management
Arm Bone Break Treatment

CPT Codes:

23600: Closed treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture; without manipulation

Also known as:

Partial Finger Bone Removal
Distal Phalanx Excision
Finger Bone Debridement
Osteomyelitis Finger Surgery
Finger Tip Bone Removal

CPT Codes:

26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of finger

Also known as:

Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Wrist Bone Fixation
Epiphyseal Separation Repair

CPT Codes:

25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments

Also known as:

Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
Wrist Tendon Sheath Removal (Synovectomy)
De Quervain's Release
Wrist Tendon Decompression
Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
Extensor Tendon Sheath Synovectomy
Wrist Tendon Lining Removal
Tenosynovitis Surgery Wrist
Inflamed Tendon Sheath Excision

CPT Codes:

25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
25118: Synovectomy, extensor tendon sheath, wrist, single compartment;

Also known as:

Carpal Tunnel Injection
Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
Wrist pain injection
Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

CPT Codes:

20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

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:

Elbow Ligament Repair
Lateral collateral ligament repair
LCL elbow repair
Elbow stabilization surgery
Local tissue elbow repair

CPT Codes:

24343: Repair lateral collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue

Also known as:

Ganglion Cyst Aspiration or Injection
Ganglion Cyst Drainage
Cyst Fluid Removal
Ganglion Cyst Treatment
Cyst Injection

CPT Codes:

20612: Aspiration and/or injection of ganglion cyst(s) any location

Also known as:

Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Epicondylitis Repair
Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
Open Tendon Debridement Elbow

CPT Codes:

24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment

Also known as:

Exploration of Penetrating Arm/Leg Wound
Extremity Wound Exploration
Deep Wound Check Arm/Leg
Penetrating Injury Exploration

CPT Codes:

20103: Exploration of penetrating wound (separate procedure); extremity

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:

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:

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:

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:

CPT Codes:

11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

Also known as:

Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

CPT Codes:

14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

Also known as:

Nail Bed Repair
Fingernail Bed Repair
Toenail Bed Repair
Nail Injury Repair

CPT Codes:

11760: Repair of nail bed

Does Dr. Matson accept my insurance?

Dr. Matson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Matson accept in Boston, MA?

Dr. Matson in Boston, MA 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 Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
State of Rhode Island
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare

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Where is Dr. Matson's office located?

Dr. Andrew Matson's Primary Practice

75 Francis St

Boston, MA 02115

(617) 732-5384

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Dr. Andrew Matson's Practice 2

455 Toll Gate Rd

Warwick, RI 02886

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

Dr. Matson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134462393.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matson?

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

What is Dr. Andrew Matson's specialty?

Dr. Matson is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Boston, MA. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Matson to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Andrew Matson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Matson is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital 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

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

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Is Andrew Matson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

Yes, Dr. Andrew Matson is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Andrew Matson offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Matson's office at (617) 732-5384 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Andrew Matson?

Please contact Dr. Matson's office at (617) 732-5384 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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Who is Dr. Matson, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Boston, MA?

What languages does Dr. Matson speak?

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

English

What conditions does Dr. Matson treat?

What procedures does Dr. Matson perform?

Does Dr. Matson accept my insurance?

Dr. Matson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Matson accept in Boston, MA?

Dr. Matson in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Where is Dr. Matson's office located?

Dr. Andrew Matson's Primary Practice

Dr. Andrew Matson's Practice 2

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

Dr. Matson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134462393.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matson?

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

What is Dr. Andrew Matson's specialty?

Is this Dr. Andrew Matson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Is Andrew Matson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

Yes, Dr. Andrew Matson is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Andrew Matson offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Matson's office at (617) 732-5384 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Andrew Matson?

Please contact Dr. Matson's office at (617) 732-5384 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Boston, MA

Dr. Giscard Adeclat, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Jacques Zhang, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Barry Simmons, MD

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