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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vasen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ocean, NJ?
Dr. Arthur Vasen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ocean, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vasen graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Vasen is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasen’s office.
Where did Dr. Vasen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Orthopedic Surgery | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Rutgers | University of Hawaii
Is Dr. Vasen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Vasen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vasen speak?
Dr. Vasen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vasen typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vasen 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. Vasen. 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:
- 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:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Tennis Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylalgia
- Elbow Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow
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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vasen typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vasen 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. Vasen. 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
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Vasen accept my insurance?
Dr. Vasen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vasen accept in Ocean, NJ?
Dr. Vasen in Ocean, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
NJM Insurance Group
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vasen's office located?
What is Dr. Vasen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vasen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134188113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vasen
What is Dr. Arthur Vasen's specialty?
Dr. Vasen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Ocean, NJ.
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. Arthur Vasen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasen is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Wilmington Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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 Arthur Vasen accepting new patients in Ocean, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Vasen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arthur Vasen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vasen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arthur Vasen?
Please contact Dr. Vasen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Vasen have?
Dr. Arthur Vasen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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