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Dr. Richard Cunningham, MD

Rhinelander, WI

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cunningham, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Rhinelander, WI?

    Dr. Richard Cunningham, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rhinelander, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office.

    Is Dr. Cunningham board certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Cunningham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?

    Dr. Cunningham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cunningham treat?

    As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Hip Fracture
    • Broken Neck of Left Thigh Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture
    • Broken hip
    • Femur neck fracture
    • Thigh bone break
    • Left Femur Neck Fracture
    • Left Femoral Neck Fracture
    • Left Hip Fracture
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72041A: Displaced fracture of base of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72042A: Displaced fracture of base of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72012A: Unspecified intracapsular fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72011A: Unspecified intracapsular fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Broken Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Ankle Break
    • Malleolar Fracture
    • Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break
    • Bimalleolar Fracture
    • Fractured Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82842A: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S82841A: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Ankle Fracture
    • Fractured Ankle
    • Trimalleolar Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Broken Left Shin Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Tibia Fracture
    • Left Lower Leg Break
    • Shin Bone Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82202A: Unspecified fracture of shaft of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Cunningham perform?

    As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:

    • 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:

    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cunningham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cunningham accept in Rhinelander, WI?

    Dr. Cunningham in Rhinelander, 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

    • CNA Insurance

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • EDS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Security Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cunningham's office located?

    Dr. Richard Cunningham's Primary Practice

    2251 N Shore Dr Ste 100

    Rhinelander, WI 54501

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    Dr. Richard Cunningham's Practice 2

    617 W Clairemont Ave

    Eau Claire, WI 54701

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    Dr. Richard Cunningham's Practice 3

    2509 County Highway I

    Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

    (920) 496-4700

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    What is Dr. Cunningham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205812948.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cunningham

    What is Dr. Richard Cunningham's specialty?

    Dr. Cunningham is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Rhinelander, WI. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Cunningham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cunningham is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Magnolia Regional Health Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Richard Cunningham accepting new patients in Rhinelander, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Cunningham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Cunningham?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Cunningham have?

    Dr. Richard Cunningham is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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