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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tankersley, Orthopedic Surgeon in Statesboro, GA?
Dr. William Tankersley, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Statesboro, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Tankersley graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Orthopedic Surgery; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, General Surgery. Dr. Tankersley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tankersley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tankersley’s office at (912) 681-2500.
Where did Dr. Tankersley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Orthopedic Surgery; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, General Surgery
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tankersley board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. William Tankersley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tankersley speak?
Dr. Tankersley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tankersley treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tankersley 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. Tankersley. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Loose Left Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Left knee prosthesis loosening
- Unstable left knee implant
- Left artificial knee coming loose
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T84033A: Mechanical loosening of internal left knee prosthetic joint, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Loose Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Knee Prosthesis Loosening
- Artificial Knee Loosening
- Prosthetic Knee Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T84032A: Mechanical loosening of internal right knee prosthetic joint, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Tankersley perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. William Tankersley may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tankersley's office.
Does Dr. Tankersley accept my insurance?
Dr. Tankersley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 681-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tankersley accept in Statesboro, GA?
Dr. Tankersley in Statesboro, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tankersley's office located?
Dr. William Tankersley's Primary Practice
16915 Highway 67 # A
Statesboro, GA 30458
(912) 681-2500
What is Dr. Tankersley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tankersley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700850948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tankersley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tankersley
What is Dr. William Tankersley's specialty?
Dr. Tankersley is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Statesboro, GA. 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. Tankersley to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Tankersley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tankersley is affiliated with Optim Medical Center - Tattnall 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
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Is William Tankersley accepting new patients in Statesboro, GA?
Yes, Dr. William Tankersley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Tankersley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tankersley's office at (912) 681-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Tankersley?
Please contact Dr. Tankersley's office at (912) 681-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Tankersley have?
Dr. William Tankersley is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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