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Who is Dr. Tucker, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. William Tucker, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lawrence, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (801) 587-7109.
What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?
Dr. Tucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tucker treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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 right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
- PTT Dysfunction
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M76822: Posterior tibial tendinitis, left leg
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Stiff Big Toe
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Rigidus
- Big Toe Arthritis
- Frozen Big Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot
What procedures does Dr. Tucker perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 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
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Open Ankle Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Surgical Ankle Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
Also known as:
- Toe Tendon Release
- Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
- Toe Phalangeal Osteotomy
- Toe Shortening Surgery
- Toe Deformity Correction
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
- 28312: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; other phalanges, any toe
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 587-7109 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Tucker in Lawrence, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?
Dr. William Tucker's Primary Practice
6265 Rock Chalk Dr Unit 1500
Lawrence, KS 66049
(801) 587-7109
What is Dr. Tucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023403789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tucker
What is Dr. William Tucker's specialty?
Dr. Tucker is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Lawrence, KS. Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions. Contact Dr. Tucker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with The University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Olathe Medical Center, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, North Kansas City Hospital, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission 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 William Tucker accepting new patients in Lawrence, KS?
Yes, Dr. William Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Tucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (801) 587-7109 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Tucker?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (801) 587-7109 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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