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Dr. David Jemison, MD

Chattanooga, TN

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Jemison, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. David Jemison, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Jemison graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, General Surgery. Dr. Jemison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jemison’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jemison’s office at (423) 648-9808.

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

    • Residency: St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, General Surgery | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

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

    Yes, Dr. David Jemison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jemison speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Jemison 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. Jemison. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease
    • Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    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:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Jemison 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. Jemison. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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. Jemison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jemison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 648-9808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jemison accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Jemison 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Jemison's office located?

    Dr. David Jemison's Primary Practice

    901 Riverfront Pkwy Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37402

    (423) 648-9808

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    Dr. David Jemison's Practice 2

    1949 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 303

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

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    Dr. David Jemison's Practice 3

    2600 Taft Hwy

    Signal Mountain, TN 37377

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. David Jemison an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Jemison has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Jemison, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Jemison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922075001.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jemison?

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

    What is Dr. David Jemison's specialty?

    Dr. Jemison 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. David Jemison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Jemison is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erlanger Baroness Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Jemison accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. David Jemison is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Jemison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jemison's office at (423) 648-9808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Jemison?

    Please contact Dr. Jemison's office at (423) 648-9808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Jemison have?

    Dr. David Jemison is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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