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Dr. Caliste Hsu, MD

Council Bluffs, IA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hsu, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Caliste Hsu, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hsu graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (712) 323-5333.

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

    • Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry

    Is Dr. Hsu board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Caliste Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Hsu typically treat?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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
    • 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Hsu typically perform?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Wrist Bone Removal
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Partial Carpectomy
    • Wrist Bone Excision
    • Carpal Bone Removal
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 25210: Carpectomy; 1 bone
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    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 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 323-5333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Hsu in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Americas Insurance Company

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Caliste Hsu's Primary Practice

    1 Edmundson Pl Ste 500

    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    (712) 323-5333

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    Dr. Caliste Hsu's Practice 2

    220 Essie Davison Dr

    Clarinda, IA 51632

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    Dr. Caliste Hsu's Practice 3

    1213 Garfield Ave

    Harlan, IA 51537

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hsu affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hsu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Myrtue Medical Center,Harlan, IA
    Audubon County Memorial Hospital,Audubon, IA
    Cass County Memorial Hospital,Atlantic, IA

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Caliste Hsu?

    Dr. Hsu has appointments available at her Council Bluffs, IA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972620912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?

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

    What is Dr. Caliste Hsu's specialty?

    Dr. Hsu is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Council Bluffs, IA.

    What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?

    A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.

    Is Dr. Caliste Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hsu is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne 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

    When to see a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Caliste Hsu accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Caliste Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caliste Hsu offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hsu, or call (712) 323-5333 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caliste Hsu?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hsu, or call (712) 323-5333 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Hsu's offices are located in Council Bluffs, IA, Clarinda, IA, and Harlan, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Caliste Hsu have?

    Dr. Caliste Hsu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.