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Who is Dr. Wei, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wei is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wei’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wei’s office at (602) 344-1015.
Where did Dr. Wei go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch
What languages does Dr. Wei speak?
Dr. Wei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wei treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5600: Carpal tunnel syndrome, unspecified upper limb
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
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:
- 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]
What procedures does Dr. Wei perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- 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
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
- Finger Bone Internal Fixation
- Broken Finger Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
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:
- 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
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Does Dr. Wei accept my insurance?
Dr. Wei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 344-1015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wei accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Wei in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Cash
Centene
City of Norfolk
Easy Choice Health Plan
IASIS Healthcare
Mercy Care Plan
Texas Digestive Disease Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wei's office located?
What is Dr. Wei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578769162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wei
What is Dr. Benjamin Wei's specialty?
Dr. Wei is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Wei to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Wei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wei is affiliated with Valleywise Health 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 General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
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Is Benjamin Wei accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Wei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Wei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (602) 344-1015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Wei?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (602) 344-1015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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