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Dr. John Schilling, MD

Dr. John Schilling, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schilling, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. John Schilling, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schilling graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery. Dr. Schilling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schilling’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schilling’s office at (925) 939-8585.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schilling?

    Dr. John Schilling, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schilling empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Elbow Surgery, Hand & Wrist Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Walnut Creek/CA community, Dr. Schilling is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schilling speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schilling treat?

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Schilling perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Schilling 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. Schilling. 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
    • Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Wrist Bone Removal
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Release (Percutaneous)
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Tumor Removal
    • Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
    • Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
    • Partial Carpectomy
    • Wrist Bone Excision
    • Carpal Bone Removal
    • Percutaneous Palmar Fasciotomy', 'Needle Aponeurotomy', 'Minimally Invasive Dupuytren's Surgery
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
    • 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);
    • 25210: Carpectomy; 1 bone
    • 26040: Fasciotomy, palmar (eg, Dupuytren's contracture); percutaneous
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    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:

    • 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:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    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:

    • Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
    • Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
    • Tendon Graft (Forearm)
    • Flexor Tendon Transfer
    • Extensor Tendon Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon

    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:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

    Also known as:

    • Partial Finger Bone Removal
    • Finger Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
    • Distal Phalanx Excision
    • Finger Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Finger Surgery
    • Finger Tip Bone Removal
    • Finger Bone Tumor Excision
    • Finger Bone Cyst Curettage
    • Remove Finger Bone Growth

    CPT Codes:

    • 26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of finger
    • 26210: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of proximal, middle, or distal phalanx of finger;

    Also known as:

    • Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
    • Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
    • Wrist Bone Fixation
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair
    • Wrist Fracture Surgery
    • Radial Bone Fracture Repair
    • Distal Radius Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
    • 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    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:

    • 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:

    • Elbow or Wrist Strapping
    • Elbow Taping
    • Wrist Taping
    • Joint Strapping
    • Therapeutic Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29260: Strapping; elbow or wrist

    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:

    • Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
    • Hand Lump Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Finger Splint Application
    • Static Finger Splint
    • Finger Immobilization
    • Finger Brace

    CPT Codes:

    • 29130: Application of finger splint; static

    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

    Does Dr. Schilling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schilling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 939-8585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schilling accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Schilling in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Contra Costa

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • MAPFRE

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schilling's office located?

    Dr. John Schilling's Primary Practice

    2625 Shadelands Dr

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 939-8585

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    Dr. John Schilling's Practice 2

    350 John Muir Pkwy Ste 155

    Brentwood, CA 94513

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    Dr. John Schilling's Practice 3

    101 Sand Creek Rd Ste B

    Brentwood, CA 94513

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

    Dr. Schilling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619199353.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schilling?

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

    What is Dr. John Schilling's specialty?

    Dr. Schilling is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Walnut Creek, CA. 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. Schilling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Schilling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schilling is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 John Schilling accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Schilling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Schilling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schilling's office at (925) 939-8585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Schilling?

    Please contact Dr. Schilling's office at (925) 939-8585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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