44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruggeri, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruggeri graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Orthopedic Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery. Dr. Ruggeri is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruggeri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruggeri’s office at (602) 954-9484.
Where did Dr. Ruggeri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Orthopedic Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ruggeri board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ruggeri speak?
Dr. Ruggeri 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. Ruggeri typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Ruggeri 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. Ruggeri. 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:
- Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation in Right Shoulder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Hand Tendinitis
- Hand Tenosynovitis
- Hand Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed Right Shoulder Tendon Sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand
- M65811: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Tendonitis in the Left Hand
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendon inflammation
- Synovitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed tendon sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65842: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left hand
Also known as:
- Bilateral Median Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Median Nerve Injury in Both Arms
- Bilateral Median Neuropathy
- Both Arm Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5613: Other lesions of median nerve, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Other Specific Right Hand Joint Condition
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Atypical Right Hand Joint Disease
- Uncommon Right Hand Disorder
- Miscellaneous Right Hand Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12841: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, right hand
Also known as:
- Other Left Hand Joint Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Specific Left Hand Joint Disease
- Uncommon Left Hand Condition
- Atypical Left Hand Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12842: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, left hand
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Ruggeri typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Ruggeri 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. Ruggeri. 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:
- Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
- Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Hand or Finger Tendon Shortening
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Extensor Tendon Shortening (Hand)
- Finger Tendon Repair
- Tendon Shortening Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26477: Shortening of tendon, extensor, hand or finger, each tendon
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:
- Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Hand Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Forearm or Wrist Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
- Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Flexor Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Surgery
- Wrist Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 25280: Lengthening or shortening of flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Removal of Nerve Tumor (Neuroma)
- Hand Nerve Surgery
- Radial Artery Sympathectomy
- Neuroma Excision
- Peripheral Nerve Tumor Removal
- Nerve Growth Removal
- Sympathectomy of the Hand
- Superficial Palmar Arch Sympathectomy
- Nerve Removal in Hand
- Sympathetic Nerve Removal
- Radial Artery Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Block Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64784: Excision of neuroma; major peripheral nerve, except sciatic
- 64823: Sympathectomy; superficial palmar arch
- 64821: Sympathectomy; radial artery
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Ruggeri accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruggeri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 954-9484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruggeri accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ruggeri in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ruggeri's office located?
Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri's Primary Practice
3104 E Indian School Rd Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 954-9484
What is Dr. Ruggeri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruggeri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922076090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruggeri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruggeri
What is Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri's specialty?
Dr. Ruggeri is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Sebastian Ruggeri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruggeri is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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 Sebastian Ruggeri accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruggeri's office at (602) 954-9484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sebastian Ruggeri?
Please contact Dr. Ruggeri's office at (602) 954-9484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri have?
Dr. Sebastian Ruggeri is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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