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Who is Dr. Wyker, Orthopedic Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wyker?
Dr. Robert Wyker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wyker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Raleigh, NC community, Dr. Wyker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wyker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va
Is Dr. Wyker board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wyker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wyker speak?
Dr. Wyker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wyker typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wyker 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. Wyker. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wyker typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wyker 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. Wyker. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
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])
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
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. Wyker accept my insurance?
Dr. Wyker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 781-4060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wyker accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Wyker in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wyker's office located?
Dr. Robert Wyker's Primary Practice
3001 Edwards Mill Rd Ste 200
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 781-4060
What hospitals are Dr. Wyker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wyker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Wyker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wyker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356344030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wyker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wyker