Dr. Tze Ip, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Irvine, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ip, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Irvine, CA?

Dr. Tze Ip, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ip graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons ( ASPS ) and American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Ip is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ip’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ip’s office at (949) 722-7038.

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

Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery Hand Fellowship
Residency: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) | Duke University Hospital Program
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

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

Yes, Dr. Tze Ip, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Ip speak?

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

Chinese
English

What conditions does Dr. Ip treat?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Ip 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. Ip. 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 Hand Pain
Left Hand Pain
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Pain in right palm
Right wrist and hand pain
Right hand discomfort
Ache in left hand
Left hand discomfort
Sore left hand

ICD-10 Codes:

M79641: Pain in right hand
M79642: Pain in left hand

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:

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:

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:

Left Wrist Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Radius Fracture
Arm Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Broken Left Wrist Bone
Distal Left Radius Fracture
Left Wrist Bone Break
Broken Right Wrist Bone
Distal Right Radius Fracture
Right Wrist Bone Break

ICD-10 Codes:

S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

Also known as:

Right Elbow Pain
Left Elbow Pain
Elbow Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Aching right elbow
Sore right elbow
Right elbow discomfort
Aching left elbow
Sore left elbow
Left elbow discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25521: Pain in right elbow
M25522: Pain in left elbow

Also known as:

Trigger Right Middle 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 Left Middle Finger
Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Left Middle Finger

ICD-10 Codes:

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

Also known as:

Right Arm Lump or Swelling
Left Arm Lump or Swelling
Right Upper Limb Mass
Bump on Right Arm
Right Arm Nodule
Left Upper Limb Mass
Bump on Left Arm
Left Arm Nodule

ICD-10 Codes:

R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left 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]

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:

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:

Trigger Thumb
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
Thumb Tendonitis
Thumb Locking

ICD-10 Codes:

M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb

What procedures does Dr. Ip perform?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Ip 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. Ip. 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
Partial Open Surgery for Dupuytren's Contracture
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
Palm Tissue Removal (Fasciectomy)
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
Palmar Fasciotomy', 'Dupuytren's Contracture Release
Hand Fascia Surgery
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
Finger Contracture Release
Z-plasty Finger
Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery
Hand Fascia Removal
Palm Tissue Release

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
26045: Fasciotomy, palmar (eg, Dupuytren's contracture); open, partial
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);
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
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)
26121: Fasciectomy, palm only, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon

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:

Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
Wrist Fracture Surgery
Radial Bone Fracture Repair
Distal Radius Fixation
Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Wrist Bone Fixation
Epiphyseal Separation Repair
Scaphoid fracture surgery
Navicular bone fracture repair
Wrist bone fixation

CPT Codes:

25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation
25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
29105: Application of long arm splint (shoulder to hand)

Also known as:

Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
Buried wire removal
Pin removal surgery
Rod removal (superficial)

CPT Codes:

20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
Finger or Hand Joint Fracture Repair
Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
Hand Fracture Fixation
Broken Hand Bone Surgery
Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Articular Fracture Repair Hand
Metacarpophalangeal Joint Fracture Surgery
Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Repair
Internal Fixation for Hand Fracture

CPT Codes:

26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone
26746: Open treatment of articular fracture, involving metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

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:

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:

Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
De Quervain's Release
Wrist Tendon Decompression
Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

CPT Codes:

25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

Also known as:

Long Arm Cast Application
Shoulder to hand cast
Full arm cast
Arm fracture cast

CPT Codes:

29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

Also known as:

Open Surgery for Ulnar Fracture
Olecranon Fracture Repair
Coronoid Process Fracture Surgery
Ulnar Bone Fracture Fixation

CPT Codes:

24685: Open treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]), includes internal fixation, when performed

Also known as:

Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
Triceps tendon repair surgery
Tendon graft for arm

CPT Codes:

24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

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:

Finger Ligament Repair
Collateral ligament repair (finger)
MP joint ligament repair
Finger joint stabilization surgery

CPT Codes:

26540: Repair of collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint

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:

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:

Hand Tendon Transfer
Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
Tendon Relocation in Hand

CPT Codes:

26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon

Also known as:

Percutaneous Fixation of Hand Bone Fracture
Metacarpal Fracture Fixation
Pinning Hand Bone Fracture
Minimally Invasive Hand Fracture Repair
Hand Fracture Percutaneous Pinning

CPT Codes:

26608: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of metacarpal fracture, each bone

Also known as:

Scaphoid Bone Non-Union Repair
Navicular bone repair
Wrist bone fusion
Scaphoid fracture surgery

CPT Codes:

25440: Repair Of Nonunion, Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular) Bone, With Or Without Radial Styloidectomy (Includes Obtaining Graft And Necessary Fixation)

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:

Wrist Fracture Pinning
Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
Distal radius fracture repair
Epiphyseal separation fixation
Wrist bone pinning

CPT Codes:

25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation

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 Repair of Forearm Bone Fractures
Radius and Ulna Fracture Surgery
Forearm Bone Fixation
Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Forearm)
Arm Fracture ORIF

CPT Codes:

25575: Open Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures, With Internal Fixation, When Performed; Of Radius And Ulna

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

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

Does Dr. Ip accept my insurance?

Dr. Ip accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 722-7038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ip accept in Irvine, CA?

Dr. Ip in Irvine, CA 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 Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare

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Where is Dr. Ip's office located?

Dr. Tze Ip's Primary Practice

16300 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 400

Irvine, CA 92618

(949) 722-7038

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Dr. Tze Ip's Practice 2

22 Corporate Plaza Dr

Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

American Society of Plastic Surgeons ( ASPS )

Member

American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Member

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

Dr. Ip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780629493.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ip?

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

What is Dr. Tze Ip's specialty?

Dr. Ip is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Irvine, CA. 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. Ip to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Tze Ip affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ip is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Orthopaedic Institute, UCI Medical Center 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

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

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Is Tze Ip accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?

Yes, Dr. Tze Ip is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Tze Ip offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (949) 722-7038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Tze Ip?

Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (949) 722-7038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Tze Ip have?

Dr. Tze Ip is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Irvine, CA

Dr. Amar Patel, MD

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Dr. Lonnie Moskow, MD

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Dr. Tze Ip, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

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22 Years of Experience

22 Years of Experience

Who is Dr. Ip, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Irvine, CA?

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

Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery Hand Fellowship

Residency: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) | Duke University Hospital Program

Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

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

Yes, Dr. Tze Ip, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Ip speak?

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

Chinese

English

What conditions does Dr. Ip treat?

What procedures does Dr. Ip perform?

Does Dr. Ip accept my insurance?

Dr. Ip accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 722-7038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ip accept in Irvine, CA?

Dr. Ip in Irvine, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Where is Dr. Ip's office located?

Dr. Tze Ip's Primary Practice

Dr. Tze Ip's Practice 2

Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

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

Dr. Ip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780629493.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ip?

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

What is Dr. Tze Ip's specialty?

Is this Dr. Tze Ip affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

Is Tze Ip accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?

Yes, Dr. Tze Ip is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Tze Ip offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (949) 722-7038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Tze Ip?

Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (949) 722-7038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

Which board certifications does Dr. Tze Ip have?

Dr. Tze Ip is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Irvine, CA

Dr. Amar Patel, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Lonnie Moskow, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Dr. Gautam Malhotra, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

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