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Dr. David Halpern, MD

Dr. David Halpern, MD

Plastic Hand Surgeon

Tampa, FL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Halpern, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. David Halpern, MD is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Halpern graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Halpern is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Halpern’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Halpern’s office at (813) 871-5000.

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

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Halpern board certified as a Plastic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Halpern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Halpern speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Halpern typically treat?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Halpern 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. Halpern. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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 a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Halpern typically perform?

    As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Halpern 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. Halpern. 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Halpern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Halpern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 871-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Halpern accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Halpern in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Halpern's office located?

    Dr. David Halpern's Primary Practice

    120 S Fremont Ave

    Tampa, FL 33606

    (813) 871-5000

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    Dr. David Halpern's Practice 2

    3411 S Dale Mabry Hwy Ste A

    Tampa, FL 33629

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    Dr. David Halpern's Practice 3

    5347 Main St Ste 202

    New Port Richey, FL 34652

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    What hospitals are Dr. Halpern affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Halpern has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    South Florida Baptist Hospital,Plant City, FL
    Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL

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

    Dr. Halpern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487683801.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Halpern?

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

    What is Dr. David Halpern's specialty?

    Dr. Halpern is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near Tampa, FL.

    What does a Plastic Hand Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods.

    Is Dr. David Halpern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Halpern is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, Hca Florida South Tampa 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 Dr. David Halpern accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. David Halpern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Halpern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Halpern's office at (813) 871-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Halpern?

    Please contact Dr. Halpern's office at (813) 871-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Halpern's office located?

    Dr. Halpern's offices are located in Tampa, FL and New Port Richey, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Halpern have?

    Dr. David Halpern is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.