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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiersema, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Brent Wiersema, DO is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Wiersema graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Wiersema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiersema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiersema’s office at (231) 935-0900.
Where did Dr. Wiersema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mi State University, Coll of Osteo Med, East Lansing Mi | Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wiersema speak?
Dr. Wiersema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wiersema treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Wiersema 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. Wiersema. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does Dr. Wiersema perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Wiersema 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. Wiersema. 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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 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
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:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, 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. Wiersema accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiersema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 935-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiersema accept in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Wiersema in Traverse City, MI 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
Department of Veterans Affairs
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wiersema's office located?
Dr. Brent Wiersema's Primary Practice
4045 W Royal Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 935-0900
What is Dr. Wiersema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiersema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790709632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiersema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiersema
What is Dr. Brent Wiersema's specialty?
Dr. Wiersema is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Traverse City, MI. Contact Dr. Wiersema to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brent Wiersema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiersema is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Charlevoix Hospital, MyMichigan Medical Center Sault, Manistee Hospital, McLaren Northern Michigan 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 Brent Wiersema accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Brent Wiersema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Wiersema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiersema's office at (231) 935-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Wiersema?
Please contact Dr. Wiersema's office at (231) 935-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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