23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Stracher, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Michael Stracher, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Stracher graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Orthopedic Surgery; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Brooklyn Orthopaedic Society, and Fraternal Order Of Police - Surgeon's Lodge SA-03. Dr. Stracher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stracher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stracher’s office at (718) 947-4263.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stracher?
Dr. Michael Stracher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon 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. Stracher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren's Contracture, Fractures, Hand & Wrist Injuries, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Jamaica/NY community, Dr. Stracher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Stracher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Orthopedic Surgery; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Stracher board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Stracher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Stracher speak?
Dr. Stracher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Stracher treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Stracher 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. Stracher. 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:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Trigger Right Ring Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Finger
- Aching Finger
- Finger Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79645: Pain in left finger(s)
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67431: Ganglion, right wrist
What procedures does Dr. Stracher perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Stracher 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. Stracher. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Tumor Removal
- Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
- Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
- Finger Bone Internal Fixation
- Broken Finger Surgery
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
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:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
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:
- Mallet Finger Repair
- Extensor Tendon Repair (Finger)
- Closed Mallet Finger Treatment
- Finger Tendon Pinning
CPT Codes:
- 26432: Closed treatment of distal extensor tendon insertion, with or without percutaneous pinning (eg, mallet finger)
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:
- 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. Stracher accept my insurance?
Dr. Stracher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 947-4263 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stracher accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Stracher in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Stracher's office located?
Dr. Michael Stracher's Primary Practice
8900 Van Wyck Expy
Jamaica, NY 11418
(718) 947-4263
Dr. Michael Stracher's Practice 3
17660 Union Tpke Ste 100
Flushing, NY 11366
(718) 947-4263
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member
Brooklyn Orthopaedic Society
Member
Fraternal Order Of Police - Surgeon's Lodge SA-03
Member
What is Dr. Stracher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stracher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013950427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stracher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stracher
What is Dr. Michael Stracher's specialty?
Dr. Stracher is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Jamaica, NY. 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. Stracher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Stracher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stracher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michael Stracher accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Stracher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Stracher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stracher's office at (718) 947-4263 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Stracher?
Please contact Dr. Stracher's office at (718) 947-4263 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Stracher have?
Dr. Michael Stracher is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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