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 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 an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Messer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
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]
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Messer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- 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
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. 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.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
MedCost
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
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.
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.
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