23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Staelin, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Stephen Staelin, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Staelin completed his residency at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Staelin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Staelin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Staelin’s office at (615) 383-2693.
Where did Dr. Staelin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics | Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Staelin board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Staelin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Staelin speak?
Dr. Staelin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Staelin typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Staelin 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. Staelin. 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 here.
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
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- 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:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Staelin typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Staelin 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. Staelin. 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 here.
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
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
Does Dr. Staelin accept my insurance?
Dr. Staelin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 383-2693 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Staelin accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Staelin in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Staelin's office located?
Dr. Stephen Staelin's Primary Practice
4230 Harding Pike Ste 1000
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 383-2693
What is Dr. Staelin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Staelin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912999863.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Staelin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Staelin
What is Dr. Stephen Staelin's specialty?
Dr. Staelin is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Nashville, TN.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Stephen Staelin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Staelin is affiliated with Highpoint Health – Sumner With Ascension Saint Thomas, Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center, Tristar Horizon 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 Stephen Staelin accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Staelin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Staelin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Staelin's office at (615) 383-2693 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Staelin?
Please contact Dr. Staelin's office at (615) 383-2693 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Staelin have?
Dr. Stephen Staelin is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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