Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watchmaker, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Mequon, WI?
Dr. Greg Watchmaker, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mequon, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Watchmaker is fluent in English, Arabic, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watchmaker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watchmaker’s office at (262) 241-9224.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Watchmaker?
Dr. Greg Watchmaker, 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. Watchmaker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Wrist, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren's Contracture, Hand & Wrist Injuries, Nerve & Tendon Reconstruction, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mequon/WI community, Dr. Watchmaker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Watchmaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Watchmaker board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Greg Watchmaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Watchmaker speak?
Dr. Watchmaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Watchmaker treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Watchmaker 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. Watchmaker. 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 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:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring 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 Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
- M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67442: Ganglion, left hand
- M67431: Ganglion, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Left Wrist Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Left Wrist
- Left Wrist Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67432: Ganglion, left wrist
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left 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 Dr. Watchmaker perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Watchmaker 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. Watchmaker. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
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:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
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:
- Distant Tendon Graft
- Tendon transfer from another site
- Autologous tendon graft
- Tendon transplant from leg or arm
- Tendon repair with graft
CPT Codes:
- 20924: Tendon graft, from a distance (eg, palmaris, toe extensor, plantaris)
Also known as:
- Finger Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Finger Bone Tumor Excision
- Finger Bone Cyst Curettage
- Remove Finger Bone Growth
CPT Codes:
- 26210: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of proximal, middle, or distal phalanx of finger;
Also known as:
- Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
- Arm Tendon Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Release
- Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
- Tendon Extension Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each tendon
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
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:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Wrist Joint Reconstruction
- Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint
CPT Codes:
- 25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed
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
Does Dr. Watchmaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Watchmaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 241-9224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watchmaker accept in Mequon, WI?
Dr. Watchmaker in Mequon, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Network Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Watchmaker's office located?
Dr. Greg Watchmaker's Practice 3
2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy Ste 860
Milwaukee, WI 53215
What is Dr. Watchmaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watchmaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275564221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watchmaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watchmaker
What is Dr. Greg Watchmaker's specialty?
Dr. Watchmaker is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Mequon, WI. 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. Watchmaker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Greg Watchmaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watchmaker is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin 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 Greg Watchmaker accepting new patients in Mequon, WI?
Yes, Dr. Greg Watchmaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Greg Watchmaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watchmaker's office at (262) 241-9224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Greg Watchmaker?
Please contact Dr. Watchmaker's office at (262) 241-9224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Greg Watchmaker have?
Dr. Greg Watchmaker is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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