Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Teplitz, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Garden City, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Teplitz?
Dr. Glenn Teplitz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Teplitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fractures, Hand & Wrist Injuries, Sports Injuries, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Garden City, NY community, Dr. Teplitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Teplitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp For Special Surg, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery | Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Teplitz board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Teplitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Teplitz speak?
Dr. Teplitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Teplitz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Teplitz 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. Teplitz. 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:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
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:
- 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:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Teplitz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Teplitz 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. Teplitz. 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:
- 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:
- 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. Teplitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Teplitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 747-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teplitz accept in Garden City, NY?
Dr. Teplitz in Garden City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Teplitz's office located?
Dr. Glenn Teplitz's Primary Practice
1300 Franklin Ave Ste UL3A
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 747-8900
What hospitals are Dr. Teplitz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Teplitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Teplitz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teplitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831189653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teplitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teplitz