Who is Dr. Sanders, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Brett Sanders, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sanders graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Emory University. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals.
Dr. Sanders is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanders’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanders’s office at (423) 624-2696.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sanders?
Dr. Brett Sanders, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sanders empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Orthobiologic Treatments, Shoulder Replacement, Sports Injuries, Upper Extremity Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Sanders is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sanders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory University | Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Sanders board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brett Sanders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sanders speak?
Dr. Sanders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sanders treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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.
Also known as:
Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Strain
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sprains and Strains
Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
Right partial shoulder tendon tear
Right rotator cuff strain
Incomplete Rotator Cuff Tear
Partial Rotator Cuff Rupture
Shoulder Tendon Partial Tear
Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
Shoulder Tendon Strain
Rotator Cuff Sprain
Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
M75112: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
Right Shoulder Pain
Left Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
M25511: Pain in right shoulder
M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
Pain in Right Knee
Pain in Left Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
M25561: Pain in right knee
M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
Cartilage Disorder
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Torn meniscus
Knee cartilage tear
Meniscal injury
Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
Knee Ligament Sprain
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
ACL Sprain
ACL Injury
Knee Ligament Tear
Sprained Knee Ligament
Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
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:
Bicep Tendinitis
Right Bicep Tendinitis
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Biceps Tendonitis
Shoulder Tendinitis
Bicipital Tendinopathy
Right biceps tendon inflammation
Right shoulder tendinitis
Right bicipital tendinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
M7522: Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulder
M7521: Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder
Also known as:
Joint Replacement Aftercare
Hip Replacement
Joint Disorder
Knee Replacement
Post-joint replacement care
Joint surgery recovery
Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
Other Lower Leg Cartilage Disorder
Cartilage Disorder
Lower Leg Cartilage Problems
Lower Leg Cartilage Disease
Lower Leg Joint Cartilage Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
M948X6: Other specified disorders of cartilage, lower leg
Also known as:
Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
Muscle Disorder
Generalized Muscle Atrophy
Widespread Muscle Loss
Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
Right Shoulder Joint Instability
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Right Shoulder Joint Looseness
Weak Right Shoulder Joint
Right Shoulder Hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
M25311: Other instability, right shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Sanders perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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.
29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
Endoscopy
Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
Subacromial Decompression
Shoulder Impingement Surgery
Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
Endoscopy
Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
Knee Cartilage Shaving
Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
Knee abrasion arthroplasty
Knee microfracture surgery
Knee chondroplasty
Knee scope with meniscectomy
Arthroscopic knee surgery
Cartilage shaving knee
Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
Knee scope cartilage repair
CPT Codes:
29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
Also known as:
ACL Repair Surgery
Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
Endoscopy
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
Knee Ligament Repair
ACL Augmentation
Patella Reconstruction
Dislocating Kneecap Repair
Knee Extensor Realignment
Knee Scope with Meniscus Fix
Medial and Lateral Meniscus Surgery
Keyhole Knee Surgery
CPT Codes:
29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
29883: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial AND lateral)
Also known as:
Total Shoulder Replacement
Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
Shoulder Joint Replacement
Proximal Humeral Replacement
Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
Also known as:
Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Collarbone Fixation
Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Epicondylitis Repair
Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
Open Tendon Debridement Elbow
CPT Codes:
24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment
Also known as:
Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
Brachial Plexus Injection
Arm Nerve Block
Shoulder Nerve Block
Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
CPT Codes:
64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
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
Does Dr. Sanders accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 624-2696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanders accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Sanders in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Sanders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427048073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanders
What is Dr. Brett Sanders's specialty?
Dr. Sanders is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.
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. Contact Dr. Sanders to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Sanders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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 Brett Sanders accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Brett Sanders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Sanders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (423) 624-2696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Sanders?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (423) 624-2696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Sanders have?
Dr. Brett Sanders is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Other Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Near Chattanooga, TN
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