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Dr. Roy Caputo, MD

Riverside, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caputo, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Roy Caputo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Caputo completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, General Surgery. Dr. Caputo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caputo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caputo’s office at (562) 923-9351.

    Where did Dr. Caputo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl

    Is Dr. Caputo board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Roy Caputo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Caputo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Caputo typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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 here.

    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
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    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:

    • 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 Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Caputo typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Hand and Forearm Cast Application
    • Gauntlet Cast
    • Wrist and Forearm Cast
    • Hand Cast
    • Lower Arm Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)

    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 Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Caputo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caputo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 923-9351 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caputo accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Caputo in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Caputo's office located?

    Dr. Roy Caputo's Primary Practice

    4234 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 200

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (562) 923-9351

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    Dr. Roy Caputo's Practice 2

    4500 Brockton Ave Ste 306

    Riverside, CA 92501

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    Dr. Roy Caputo's Practice 3

    8555 Florence Ave

    Downey, CA 90240

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

    Dr. Caputo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003886029.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caputo?

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

    What is Dr. Roy Caputo's specialty?

    Dr. Caputo is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Riverside, CA.

    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. Roy Caputo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caputo is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical 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

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    Is Roy Caputo accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Roy Caputo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roy Caputo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (562) 923-9351 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Roy Caputo?

    Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (562) 923-9351 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roy Caputo have?

    Dr. Roy Caputo is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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