33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raasch, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. William Raasch, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Raasch completed his residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Raasch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raasch’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raasch’s office at (414) 805-7410.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Raasch?
Dr. William Raasch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Raasch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Cartilage Damage & Transplant, Elbow Reconstruction, Elbow Surgery, Shoulder & Knee Reconstruction, Shoulder & Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee/WI community, Dr. Raasch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Raasch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Sports Medicine - Cleveland Clinic Foundation Research Institute - OH
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center
Is Dr. Raasch board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Raasch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Raasch speak?
Dr. Raasch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Raasch treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Raasch 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. Raasch. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Elbow Ligament Sprain
- Sprained Right Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
- Right Elbow Sprain
- Strained Right Elbow Ligament
- Right Elbow UCL Sprain
- Right Elbow Ligament Injury
- Right Elbow Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S53441D: Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of right elbow, subsequent encounter
- S53441A: Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of right elbow, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43431D: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, subsequent encounter
- S43432D: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242D: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83241D: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Strain
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Achilles tendon
- Achilles tendon overstretch
- Heel cord strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S86012D: Strain of left Achilles tendon, subsequent encounter
- S86011D: Strain of right Achilles tendon, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Torn Rotator Cuff
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Shoulder Tendon Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75100: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of unspecified shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Stiff Right Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Rigidity
- Limited Right Shoulder Movement
- Frozen Right Shoulder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25611: Stiffness of right shoulder, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Raasch perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Raasch 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. Raasch. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling for Muscles
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
- Therapeutic Dry Needling
- Muscle Needle Therapy
- Multiple Muscle Needling
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Elbow Ligament Reconstruction with Tendon Graft (Tommy John Surgery)
- Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction
- UCL Reconstruction
- Tommy John Surgery
- Elbow Ligament Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24346: Reconstruction medial collateral ligament, elbow, with tendon graft (includes harvesting of graft)
Also known as:
- Elbow Medial Collateral Ligament Repair
- UCL Repair
- Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
- MCL Elbow Repair
- Tommy John Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24345: Repair medial collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Raasch accept my insurance?
Dr. Raasch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-7410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raasch accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Raasch in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BEST Health Plan
Bridgestone
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Raasch's office located?
Dr. William Raasch's Primary Practice
8700 Watertown Plank Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 805-7410
Recognitions
Awards
Milwaukee Super Doctors
What is Dr. Raasch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raasch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730131434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raasch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raasch
What is Dr. William Raasch's specialty?
Dr. Raasch is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Milwaukee, WI. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Raasch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Raasch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raasch is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital 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 Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is William Raasch accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. William Raasch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Raasch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raasch's office at (414) 805-7410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Raasch?
Please contact Dr. Raasch's office at (414) 805-7410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Raasch have?
Dr. William Raasch is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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