Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szabo, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Sacramento, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Szabo?
Dr. Robert Szabo, 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. Szabo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand & Upper Extremity Tumors, Hand Injuries, Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Shoulder Reconstruction, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento, CA community, Dr. Szabo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Szabo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery | Mount Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Szabo board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Szabo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Szabo speak?
Dr. Szabo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Szabo typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Szabo 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. Szabo. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- 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
- M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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]
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
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:
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Szabo typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Szabo 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. Szabo. 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:
- 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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
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:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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. Szabo accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Szabo's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Szabo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Szabo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Szabo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Szabo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szabo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386634665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szabo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szabo