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Dr. Christopher Forthman, MD

Dr. Christopher Forthman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Lutherville, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forthman, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Lutherville, MD?

    Dr. Christopher Forthman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lutherville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Forthman graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Forthman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forthman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forthman’s office at (410) 296-6232.

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

    • Fellowship: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital | MedStar Union Memorial Hospital

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Forthman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Forthman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Forthman typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Forthman 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. Forthman. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Forthman typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Forthman 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. Forthman. 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:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    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

    Does Dr. Forthman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forthman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 296-6232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forthman accept in Lutherville, MD?

    Dr. Forthman in Lutherville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forthman's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Forthman's Primary Practice

    1400 Front Ave Ste 100

    Lutherville, MD 21093

    (410) 296-6232

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    Dr. Christopher Forthman's Practice 2

    1406 Crain Hwy S Ste 106

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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    102

    844 Washington Rd Ste 102

    Westminster, MD 21157

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

    Dr. Forthman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124059779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forthman?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Forthman's specialty?

    Dr. Forthman is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Lutherville, MD.

    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 Dr. Christopher Forthman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forthman is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Calverthealth 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

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    Is Dr. Christopher Forthman accepting new patients in Lutherville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Forthman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Forthman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forthman's office at (410) 296-6232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Forthman?

    Please contact Dr. Forthman's office at (410) 296-6232 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forthman's office located?

    Dr. Forthman's offices are located in Lutherville, MD, Glen Burnie, MD, and Westminster, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Forthman have?

    Dr. Christopher Forthman is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.