Dr. Richard Curtis, MD
Fleming Island, FL
36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Curtis, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Fleming Island, FL?
Dr. Richard Curtis, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Fleming Island, FL. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Curtis graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Curtis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Curtis’s office at (904) 215-2422.
Where did Dr. Curtis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College Of Medicine
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery | National Capital Consortium
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Curtis board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Curtis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Curtis speak?
Dr. Curtis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Curtis typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Curtis 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. Curtis. 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
Also known as:
- Colles' Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Curtis typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Curtis 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. Curtis. 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:
- 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 Tendon Transfer
- Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
- Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Relocation in Hand
CPT Codes:
- 26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
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
Does Dr. Curtis accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Curtis' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Curtis' office located?
Dr. Richard Curtis' Primary Practice
1715 Eagle Harbor Pkwy Ste A
Fleming Island, FL 32003
(904) 215-2422
What is Dr. Curtis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Curtis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376539312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Curtis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Curtis
What is Dr. Richard Curtis's specialty?
Dr. Curtis is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Fleming Island, FL.
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. Richard Curtis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Curtis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Curtis accepting new patients in Fleming Island, FL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Curtis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Curtis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Curtis's office at (904) 215-2422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Curtis?
Please contact Dr. Curtis's office at (904) 215-2422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Curtis have?
Dr. Richard Curtis is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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