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Dr. Joel Frazier, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Modesto, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frazier, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Joel Frazier, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Frazier completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital Center. Dr. Frazier is fluent in English, Armenian, Italian, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frazier’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frazier’s office at (209) 572-3224.

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

    • Residency: Bellevue Hospital Center

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

    Yes, Dr. Joel Frazier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Frazier speak?

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

    • Armenian
    • English
    • Italian
    • Korean
    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Frazier 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. Frazier. 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 Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fracture of the Lower Radius
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Distal Radius Fracture
    • Broken Wrist
    • Radius Fracture near Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Ganglion Cyst
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Right Hand Synovial Cyst
    • Lump on Right Hand
    • Right Hand Ganglion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67441: Ganglion, right hand

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
    • Aerosol Device Instruction
    • MDI Training
    • Breathing Treatment Education

    CPT Codes:

    • 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device

    Does Dr. Frazier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frazier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 572-3224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frazier accept in Modesto, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Frazier's office located?

    Dr. Joel Frazier's Primary Practice

    609 E Orangeburg Ave Ste 201

    Modesto, CA 95350

    (209) 572-3224

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    Dr. Joel Frazier's Practice 2

    240 E 13th St Ste C

    Merced, CA 95341

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    Dr. Joel Frazier's Practice 3

    1199 Delbon Ave Ste 1

    Turlock, CA 95382

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

    Dr. Frazier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366448466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frazier?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Frazier's specialty?

    Dr. Frazier is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Modesto, CA.

    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. Joel Frazier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frazier is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Kaiser Permanente Manteca 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. Joel Frazier accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Frazier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Frazier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frazier's office at (209) 572-3224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Frazier?

    Please contact Dr. Frazier's office at (209) 572-3224 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Frazier's office located?

    Dr. Frazier's offices are located in Modesto, CA, Merced, CA, and Turlock, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Frazier have?

    Dr. Joel Frazier is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.