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Dr. William Tankersley, MD

Statesboro, GA

Accepting patients

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. 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 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 as an 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tankersley typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    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

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tankersley 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
    • Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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 Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    Dr. William Tankersley's Practice 2

    247 S Main St

    Reidsville, GA 30453

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    Dr. William Tankersley's Practice 3

    2317 E 1st St

    Vidalia, GA 30474

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    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.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    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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