Dr. Gregg Vagner, MD
Austin, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vagner, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Gregg Vagner, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vagner graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Vagner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vagner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vagner’s office at (512) 454-4561.
Where did Dr. Vagner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Vagner board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gregg Vagner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vagner speak?
Dr. Vagner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Vagner typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Vagner 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. Vagner. 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 Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
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:
- Right Hand Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Sore Right Hand Joints
- Aching Right Hand Joints
- Right Hand Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25541: Pain in joints of right hand
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Vagner typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Vagner 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. Vagner. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
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:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
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. Vagner accept my insurance?
Dr. Vagner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 454-4561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vagner accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Vagner in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Sendero Health Plans
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vagner's office located?
Dr. Gregg Vagner's Practice 3
560 E Ctrl Texas Expy 108 Integrity Rehab
Harker Heights, TX 76548
What is Dr. Vagner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vagner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295705986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vagner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vagner
What is Dr. Gregg Vagner's specialty?
Dr. Vagner is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Austin, TX.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Gregg Vagner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vagner is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx, Heart Hospital Of Austin 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 Gregg Vagner accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gregg Vagner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregg Vagner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vagner's office at (512) 454-4561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregg Vagner?
Please contact Dr. Vagner's office at (512) 454-4561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregg Vagner have?
Dr. Gregg Vagner is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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