Dr. Terry Messer, MD

Name: Dr. Terry Messer, MD Primary Practice
Address: 3701 Wake Forest Rd # 100, Raleigh, NC, 27609, US
Telephone: (919) 872-3171

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Raleigh, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Messer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Terry Messer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Messer graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Messer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messer’s office at (919) 872-3171.

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

Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Orthopedic Surgery | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

Is Dr. Messer board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Terry Messer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Messer speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Messer treat?

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

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

ICD-10 Codes:

M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

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

ICD-10 Codes:

G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

Also known as:

Trigger Right Middle Finger
Trigger Right Ring Finger
Trigger Left Middle 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

ICD-10 Codes:

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

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:

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:

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 Hand Ganglion Cyst
Connective Tissue Disorder
Right Hand Synovial Cyst
Lump on Right Hand
Right Hand Ganglion

ICD-10 Codes:

M67441: Ganglion, right hand

Also known as:

Ganglion Cyst
Connective Tissue Disorder
Ganglion
Synovial Cyst
Bible Bump
Gel-filled Lump

ICD-10 Codes:

M67442: Ganglion, left hand

Also known as:

Neck Spondylosis
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Spondylosis
Neck Arthritis
Degenerative Neck Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region

What procedures does Dr. Messer perform?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Messer 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. Messer. 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
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Small Hand/Finger Tumor 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
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
Finger Contracture Release
Z-plasty Finger
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
Hand Tumor Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
Hand Soft Tissue Excision
Finger Tumor Removal
Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal

CPT Codes:

29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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);
26125: 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); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm

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:

Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
Endoscopy
Shoulder Scope Cleaning
Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

CPT Codes:

29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more 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])
29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

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:

Injection for Dupuytren's Contracture
Collagenase injection for Dupuytren's', 'Enzyme injection for hand contracture', 'Dupuytren's disease injection

CPT Codes:

20527: Injection, enzyme (eg, collagenase), palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's contracture)

Also known as:

Hand Cord Manipulation After Enzyme Injection
Dupuytren's cord manipulation', 'Enzyme injection for Dupuytren's
Palmar fascia treatment

CPT Codes:

26341: Manipulation, palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's cord), post enzyme injection (eg, collagenase), single cord

Also known as:

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:

Wrist Arthroscopy
Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
Wrist Tendon Sheath Removal (Synovectomy)
Endoscopy
Wrist Scope Surgery
Keyhole Wrist Surgery
Wrist Joint Repair
Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
De Quervain's Release
Wrist Tendon Decompression
Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
Extensor Tendon Sheath Synovectomy
Wrist Tendon Lining Removal
Tenosynovitis Surgery Wrist
Inflamed Tendon Sheath Excision

CPT Codes:

29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
25118: Synovectomy, extensor tendon sheath, wrist, single compartment;

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon
26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon

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:

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:

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:

Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
Joint Tap
Bursa Fluid Removal
Small Joint Injection
Arthrocentesis

CPT Codes:

20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

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:

Tennis Elbow Surgery (Open Debridement)
Epicondylitis Debridement', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tendon Release

CPT Codes:

24358: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open

Also known as:

Partial Finger Bone Removal
Distal Phalanx Excision
Finger Bone Debridement
Osteomyelitis Finger Surgery
Finger Tip Bone Removal

CPT Codes:

26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of finger

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:

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:

Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

CPT Codes:

25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

Also known as:

Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal

CPT Codes:

20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

Also known as:

Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
Hand Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Subcutaneous Hand Tumor Surgery

CPT Codes:

26111: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; 1.5 cm or greater

Also known as:

Carpal Tunnel Injection
Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
Wrist pain injection
Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

CPT Codes:

20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), 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

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:

Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
Finger Nerve Repair
Toe Nerve Repair
Hand Nerve Suture
Foot Nerve Surgery

CPT Codes:

64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve

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:

Complex Removal of Foreign Object Under Skin
Surgical Foreign Body Removal
Deep Foreign Object Extraction
Complicated Object Removal from Skin

CPT Codes:

10121: Incision and removal of foreign body, subcutaneous tissues; complicated

Does Dr. Messer accept my insurance?

Dr. Messer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 872-3171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Messer accept in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Messer in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of North Carolina

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Where is Dr. Messer's office located?

Dr. Terry Messer's Primary Practice

3701 Wake Forest Rd # 100

Raleigh, NC 27609

(919) 872-3171

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

Dr. Messer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932151891.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messer?

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

What is Dr. Terry Messer's specialty?

Dr. Messer is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Raleigh, NC. 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. Messer to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Terry Messer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Messer is affiliated with WakeMed Raleigh Campus, Duke University 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 Terry Messer accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

Yes, Dr. Terry Messer is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Terry Messer offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Messer's office at (919) 872-3171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Terry Messer?

Please contact Dr. Messer's office at (919) 872-3171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Terry Messer have?

Dr. Terry Messer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Raleigh, NC

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Who is Dr. Messer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?

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

Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Orthopedic Surgery | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program

Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

Is Dr. Messer board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Terry Messer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Messer speak?

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

English

Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Messer treat?

What procedures does Dr. Messer perform?

Does Dr. Messer accept my insurance?

Dr. Messer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 872-3171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Messer accept in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Messer in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Where is Dr. Messer's office located?

Dr. Terry Messer's Primary Practice

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

Dr. Messer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932151891.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messer?

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

What is Dr. Terry Messer's specialty?

Is this Dr. Terry Messer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Is Terry Messer accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

Yes, Dr. Terry Messer is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Terry Messer offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Messer's office at (919) 872-3171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Terry Messer?

Please contact Dr. Messer's office at (919) 872-3171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Terry Messer have?

Dr. Terry Messer is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Raleigh, NC

Dr. George Edwards, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Paul Schricker, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. James Post, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

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