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Dr. Paul Abbey, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Hermitage, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbey, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Hermitage, TN?

    Dr. Paul Abbey, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hermitage, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abbey completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Abbey is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbey’s office at (615) 885-2778.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

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

    Yes, Dr. Paul Abbey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Abbey speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    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:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Finger
    • Aching Finger
    • Finger Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Abbey 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. Abbey. 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
    • 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:

    • Nerve Repair with Synthetic Tube or Vein Graft
    • Nerve tube repair
    • Vein graft nerve repair
    • Synthetic conduit nerve repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 64910: Nerve repair; with synthetic conduit or vein allograft (eg, nerve tube), each nerve

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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:

    • Wrist or Forearm Tendon Sheath Removal (Flexor Side)
    • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
    • Wrist Synovial Excision
    • Forearm Tendon Sheath Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 25115: Radical excision of bursa, synovia of wrist, or forearm tendon sheaths (eg, tenosynovitis, fungus, Tbc, or other granulomas, rheumatoid arthritis); flexors

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Abbey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 885-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abbey accept in Hermitage, TN?

    Dr. Abbey in Hermitage, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abbey's office located?

    Dr. Paul Abbey's Primary Practice

    5653 Frist Blvd Ste 731

    Hermitage, TN 37076

    (615) 885-2778

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    Dr. Paul Abbey's Practice 2

    394 Harding Pl Ste 200

    Nashville, TN 37211

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    Dr. Paul Abbey's Practice 3

    300 Stonecrest Blvd Ste 230

    Smyrna, TN 37167

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abbey affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Abbey has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital,Lebanon, TN
    Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN

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

    Dr. Abbey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124029699.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbey?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Abbey's specialty?

    Dr. Abbey is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Hermitage, TN.

    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. Paul Abbey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbey is affiliated with Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Maury Regional 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. Paul Abbey accepting new patients in Hermitage, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Abbey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Abbey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbey's office at (615) 885-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Abbey?

    Please contact Dr. Abbey's office at (615) 885-2778 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abbey's office located?

    Dr. Abbey's offices are located in Hermitage, TN, Nashville, TN, and Smyrna, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Abbey have?

    Dr. Paul Abbey is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.