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Dr. Craig Rineer, MD

Dr. Craig Rineer, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rineer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Craig Rineer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Rineer graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Rineer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rineer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rineer’s office at (910) 332-3800.

    Where did Dr. Rineer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center - Durham, NC | Duke University Medical Center, Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery, NC, USA

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Harvard Orthopaedic Combined Residency Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rineer board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Rineer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rineer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Rineer typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Rineer 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. Rineer. 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.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    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

    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:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Rineer typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Rineer 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. Rineer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Tumor Removal
    • Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
    • Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
    • 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • 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. Rineer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rineer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 332-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rineer accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Rineer in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rineer's office located?

    Dr. Craig Rineer's Primary Practice

    2716 Ashton Dr

    Wilmington, NC 28412

    (910) 332-3800

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rineer affiliated with?

    Dr. Rineer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    New Hanover Regional Medical Center,Wilmington, NC
    Dosher Memorial Hospital,Southport, NC

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society

    Member

    American Society for Surgery of the Hand

    Candidate Member

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

    Dr. Rineer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366578007.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rineer?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Rineer's specialty?

    Dr. Rineer is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Wilmington, NC.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Craig Rineer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rineer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Dosher Memorial 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 Dr. Craig Rineer accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Rineer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Rineer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rineer's office at (910) 332-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Craig Rineer?

    Please contact Dr. Rineer's office at (910) 332-3800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rineer's office located?

    Dr. Rineer's office is located in Wilmington, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Rineer have?

    Dr. Craig Rineer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.