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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wirges, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Richard Wirges, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wirges graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Dr. Wirges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wirges’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wirges’s office at (501) 500-3500.
Where did Dr. Wirges go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wirges speak?
Dr. Wirges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wirges treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Wirges 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. Wirges. 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:
- Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Left Arm Lump or Swelling
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
- Left Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Left Arm
- Left Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
- R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- 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
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:
- Left Wrist Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Left Wrist Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Left Wrist
- Left Wrist Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67432: Ganglion, left wrist
Also known as:
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79642: Pain in left hand
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:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67431: Ganglion, right wrist
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Joint Swelling
- Joint Disorder
- Fluid in right wrist joint
- Right wrist effusion
- Swollen right wrist joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25431: Effusion, right wrist
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:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
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:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
Which procedures does Dr. Wirges perform as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Wirges may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wirges' office.
Does Dr. Wirges accept my insurance?
Dr. Wirges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 500-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wirges accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Wirges in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Custom Plans
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wirges' office located?
Dr. Richard Wirges' Primary Practice
800 Fair Park Blvd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 500-3500
Dr. Richard Wirges' Practice 2
3480 Landers Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 500-3500
What is Dr. Wirges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wirges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124211271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wirges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wirges
What is Dr. Richard Wirges's specialty?
Dr. Wirges is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Little Rock, AR. 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. Wirges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Wirges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wirges is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System 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
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Is Richard Wirges accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wirges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Wirges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wirges's office at (501) 500-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Wirges?
Please contact Dr. Wirges's office at (501) 500-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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