
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adams, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Julie Adams, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Adams completed her residency at Mayo Clinic. She is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (423) 778-5995.
Where did Dr. Adams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow - Hand Surgery: Thomas Jefferson University
Residency: Mayo Clinic | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Adams board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Julie Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Adams speak?
Dr. Adams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Adams typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:
- 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Adams typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Julie Adams may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Adams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?
Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-5995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Adams in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Montana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Adams' office located?
Dr. Julie Adams' Primary Practice
979 E 3rd St Ste C225
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 778-5995
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033195284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adams
What is Dr. Julie Adams's specialty?
Dr. Adams is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Julie Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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
When to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Julie Adams accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Julie Adams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julie Adams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (423) 778-5995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julie Adams?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (423) 778-5995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Julie Adams have?
Dr. Julie Adams is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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