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Dr. William Prickett, MD
Tucson, AZ
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prickett, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. William Prickett, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Prickett graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery. Dr. Prickett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prickett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prickett’s office at (520) 382-8200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prickett?
Dr. William Prickett, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Prickett empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Prickett is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Prickett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Orthopedic Surgery; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Prickett board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Prickett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Prickett speak?
Dr. Prickett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prickett treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prickett 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. Prickett. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
- S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Lesion
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Problem
- Shoulder Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7581: Other shoulder lesions, right shoulder
- M7582: Other shoulder lesions, left shoulder
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
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:
- Other Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Specific Right Shoulder Joint Disease
- Uncommon Right Shoulder Condition
- Atypical Right Shoulder Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12811: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Prickett perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prickett 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. Prickett. 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Bankart Repair
- Labral Repair
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
- 23455: Capsulorrhaphy, anterior; with labral repair (eg, Bankart procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
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:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 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])
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Prickett accept my insurance?
Dr. Prickett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 382-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prickett accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Prickett in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prickett's office located?
Dr. William Prickett's Primary Practice
6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 200
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 382-8200
What is Dr. Prickett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prickett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851392450.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prickett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prickett
What is Dr. William Prickett's specialty?
Dr. Prickett is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Prickett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Prickett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prickett is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, AZ which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 William Prickett accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. William Prickett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Prickett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prickett's office at (520) 382-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Prickett?
Please contact Dr. Prickett's office at (520) 382-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Prickett have?
Dr. William Prickett is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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