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Dr. Andy Zhu

Marietta, GA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhu, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Andy Zhu is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhu’s office at (770) 427-5717.

    What languages does Dr. Zhu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zhu treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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 Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • 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

    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:

    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Left Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort
    • Aching left elbow
    • Sore left elbow
    • Left elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25521: Pain in right elbow
    • M25522: Pain in left elbow

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    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:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lateral Epicondylitis
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Lateral Epicondylalgia
    • Elbow Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

    Also known as:

    • Left Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Radius
    • Left Forearm Bone Break
    • Wrist Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52592D: Other fractures of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Wrist
    • Distal Radius Fracture
    • Forearm Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52591D: Other fractures of lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    What procedures does Dr. Zhu perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
    • Arm Tendon Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Release
    • Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
    • Tendon Extension Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Buried wire removal
    • Pin removal surgery
    • Rod removal (superficial)
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
    • Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
    • Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
    • Finger Bone Internal Fixation
    • Broken Finger Surgery
    • Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
    • Unstable finger fracture repair
    • Thumb bone fracture treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
    • 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each

    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:

    • Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
    • Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
    • Wrist Bone Fixation
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair
    • Scaphoid fracture surgery
    • Navicular bone fracture repair
    • Wrist bone fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
    • 25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
    • Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
    • Hand Fracture Fixation
    • Broken Hand Bone Surgery
    • Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Finger Ligament Repair
    • Collateral ligament repair (finger)
    • MP joint ligament repair
    • Finger joint stabilization surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26540: Repair of collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Wrist Joint Reconstruction
    • Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint

    CPT Codes:

    • 25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed

    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:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    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:

    • Injection for Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Collagenase injection for Dupuytren's', 'Enzyme injection for hand contracture', 'Dupuytren's disease injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20527: Injection, enzyme (eg, collagenase), palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's contracture)

    Also known as:

    • Forearm Bone Non-Healing Fracture Repair
    • Radius or Ulna Nonunion Repair
    • Forearm Bone Malunion Correction
    • Broken Forearm Bone Repair (No Graft)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25400: Repair of nonunion or malunion, radius OR ulna; without graft (eg, compression technique)

    Also known as:

    • Hand Cord Manipulation After Enzyme Injection
    • Dupuytren's cord manipulation', 'Enzyme injection for Dupuytren's
    • Palmar fascia treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 26341: Manipulation, palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's cord), post enzyme injection (eg, collagenase), single cord

    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:

    • 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
    • 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Zhu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 427-5717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhu accept in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Zhu in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zhu's office located?

    Dr. Andy Zhu's Primary Practice

    300 Tower Rd NE Ste 200

    Marietta, GA 30060

    (770) 427-5717

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    Dr. Andy Zhu's Practice 2

    1505 Stone Bridge Pkwy Ste 200

    Woodstock, GA 30189

    (770) 926-9112

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    Dr. Andy Zhu's Practice 3

    1995 N Park Pl SE Ste 410

    Atlanta, GA 30339

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

    Dr. Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801157300.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhu?

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

    What is Dr. Andy Zhu's specialty?

    Dr. Zhu is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Marietta, GA. 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. Zhu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andy Zhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhu is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar Windy Hill, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

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    Is Andy Zhu accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Andy Zhu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andy Zhu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (770) 427-5717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andy Zhu?

    Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (770) 427-5717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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