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Dr. Gary Wertman, DO

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wertman, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Gary Wertman, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wertman graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Wertman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wertman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wertman’s office at (252) 222-5876.

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

    • Medical School: PHILADELPHIA COLL OF OSTEO MEDICINE | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wertman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wertman treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wertman 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. Wertman. 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • 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
    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring 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 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
    • M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    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:

    • 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:

    • Colles' Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken wrist
    • Distal radius fracture
    • Wrist break
    • Silver-fork deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Wertman perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Wertman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wertman's office.

    Does Dr. Wertman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wertman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 222-5876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wertman accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Wertman in Wilmington, NC 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 Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wertman's office located?

    Dr. Gary Wertman's Primary Practice

    2716 Ashton Dr

    Wilmington, NC 28412

    (252) 222-5876

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    Dr. Gary Wertman's Practice 2

    534 N 35th St Ste A

    Morehead City, NC 28557

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    Dr. Gary Wertman's Practice 3

    221 Professional Cir Ste B

    Morehead City, NC 28557

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

    Dr. Wertman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083805006.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wertman?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Wertman's specialty?

    Dr. Wertman is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, NC. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Wertman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Wertman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wertman is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Onslow Memorial Hospital 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 Gary Wertman accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Wertman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Wertman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wertman's office at (252) 222-5876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Wertman?

    Please contact Dr. Wertman's office at (252) 222-5876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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