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Dr. Nashaat Naam, MD

Dr. Nashaat Naam, MD

General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Surgeon

Effingham, IL

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Naam, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Nashaat Naam, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Effingham, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years. Dr. Naam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Naam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Naam’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Ain Shams

    What languages does Dr. Naam speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Naam typically treat?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Naam 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. Naam. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist

    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:

    • 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. Naam typically perform?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Naam 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. Naam. 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:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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:

    • Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
    • Buried wire removal
    • Pin removal surgery
    • Rod removal (superficial)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Finger Bone Removal
    • Distal Phalanx Excision
    • Finger Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Finger Surgery
    • Finger Tip Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26236: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); distal phalanx of 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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Naam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Naam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Naam accept in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Naam in Effingham, IL 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 Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Group Resources

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Naam's office located?

    Dr. Nashaat Naam's Primary Practice

    901 Medical Park Dr Ste 100

    Effingham, IL 62401

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    Dr. Nashaat Naam's Practice 2

    904 W Temple Ave

    Effingham, IL 62401

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

    Dr. Naam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346234754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Naam?

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

    What is Dr. Nashaat Naam's specialty?

    Dr. Naam is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Effingham, IL.

    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 Dr. Nashaat Naam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Naam is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Hshs St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Deaconess Midtown Hospital 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. Nashaat Naam accepting new patients in Effingham, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Nashaat Naam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nashaat Naam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Naam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nashaat Naam?

    Please contact Dr. Naam's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Naam's office located?

    Dr. Naam's office is located in Effingham, IL.