Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kelly, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Fort Smith, AR?
Where did Dr. Kelly go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Queens University, Fac of Med, Kingston, Ont, Canada | Queens University Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Kelly board certified as a Plastic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Kelly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kelly speak?
Dr. Kelly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Kelly typically treat?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kelly 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. Kelly. 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:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left wrist
- 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
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M19032: Primary osteoarthritis, left wrist
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Hand Tendinitis
- Hand Tenosynovitis
- Hand Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand
What procedures does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Kelly typically perform?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kelly 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. Kelly. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
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:
- Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
- Arm Tendon Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Release
- Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
- Tendon Extension Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each tendon
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Removal (Synovectomy)
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Synovectomy
- Wrist Tendon Lining Removal
- Tenosynovitis Surgery Wrist
- Inflamed Tendon Sheath Excision
CPT Codes:
- 25118: Synovectomy, extensor tendon sheath, wrist, single compartment;
Also known as:
- Hand Bone Infection Removal
- Metacarpal Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Hand Bone Excision
- Partial Metacarpal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26230: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); metacarpal
Also known as:
- Thumb Base Joint Replacement
- Trapezium arthroplasty
- Thumb CMC joint replacement
- Basal joint replacement thumb
CPT Codes:
- 25445: Arthroplasty with prosthetic replacement; trapezium
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. Kelly accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 709-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kelly accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Kelly in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
FMH Benefit Services
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kelly's office located?
Dr. James Kelly's Primary Practice
8101 McClure Dr Ste 301
Fort Smith, AR 72916
(479) 709-8300
What hospitals are Dr. Kelly affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kelly has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kelly's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kelly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144289331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelly?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kelly