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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wham, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Robert Wham, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wham’s office at (404) 778-1567.
What languages does Dr. Wham speak?
Dr. Wham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wham typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wham 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. Wham. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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
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 Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wham typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wham 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. Wham. 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:
- 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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 Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Wham accept my insurance?
Dr. Wham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-1567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wham accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Wham in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wham's office located?
What is Dr. Wham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902269293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wham
What is Dr. Robert Wham's specialty?
Dr. Wham is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Robert Wham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wham is affiliated with Adventhealth Hendersonville, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Unc Health Pardee 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 Robert Wham accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wham's office at (404) 778-1567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wham?
Please contact Dr. Wham's office at (404) 778-1567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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