27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Papandrea, Orthopedic Surgeon in Pewaukee, WI?
Dr. Rick Papandrea, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pewaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Papandrea completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Papandrea is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papandrea’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. Papandrea’s office at (262) 303-5055.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Papandrea?
Dr. Rick Papandrea, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic 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. Papandrea empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Joint Replacement, Joint Replacement, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Injuries, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pewaukee/WI community, Dr. Papandrea is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Papandrea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi
Is Dr. Papandrea board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rick Papandrea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Papandrea speak?
Dr. Papandrea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Papandrea treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Papandrea 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. Papandrea. 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
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:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Left Shoulder Synovitis
- Left Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
- M67912: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, left shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Papandrea perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Papandrea 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. Papandrea. 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:
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Open Repair of Rotator Cuff Tear
- Endoscopy
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Torn Rotator Cuff Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
- 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)
- 23410: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; acute
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))
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Collarbone Removal
- Partial Claviculectomy
- Collarbone Resection
- Shoulder Bone Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23120: Claviculectomy; partial
Also known as:
- Extensive Elbow Arthroscopy with Debridement
- Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
- Endoscopy
- Elbow Scope with Cleaning
- Surgical Elbow Debridement
- Arthroscopic Elbow Cleanup
- Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow', 'Tennis Elbow Surgery', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29838: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive
- 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous
Also known as:
- Elbow Arthroscopy with Loose Body Removal
- Elbow Arthroscopy with Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Elbow Scope Surgery
- Keyhole Elbow Surgery
- Loose Body Removal Elbow
- Elbow Foreign Body Removal
- Elbow Joint Lining Removal
- Arthroscopic Synovectomy Elbow
CPT Codes:
- 29834: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
- 29836: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; synovectomy, complete
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
Also known as:
- Revision Total Shoulder Replacement
- Shoulder Arthroplasty Revision
- Failed Shoulder Replacement Surgery
- Shoulder Implant Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 23474: Revision of total shoulder arthroplasty, including allograft when performed; humeral and glenoid component
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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Care
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Closed Humeral Fracture Management
- Arm Bone Break Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 23600: Closed treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
- Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
- Triceps tendon repair surgery
- Tendon graft for arm
CPT Codes:
- 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
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:
- 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:
- Open Surgery for Ulnar Fracture
- Olecranon Fracture Repair
- Coronoid Process Fracture Surgery
- Ulnar Bone Fracture Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 24685: Open treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]), includes internal fixation, when performed
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
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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Papandrea accept my insurance?
Dr. Papandrea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 303-5055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Papandrea accept in Pewaukee, WI?
Dr. Papandrea in Pewaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Dean Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Papandrea's office located?
Dr. Rick Papandrea's Primary Practice
N15W28300 Golf Rd
Pewaukee, WI 53072
(262) 303-5055
What is Dr. Papandrea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Papandrea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952383531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papandrea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papandrea
What is Dr. Rick Papandrea's specialty?
Dr. Papandrea is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Pewaukee, WI. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Papandrea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rick Papandrea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Papandrea is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, ProHealth Waukesha Memorial 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 Rick Papandrea accepting new patients in Pewaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Rick Papandrea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Papandrea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Papandrea's office at (262) 303-5055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Papandrea?
Please contact Dr. Papandrea's office at (262) 303-5055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Papandrea have?
Dr. Rick Papandrea is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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