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Dr. Joel Klena, MD

Dr. Joel Klena, MD

General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Surgeon

Coal Township, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Klena, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Coal Township, PA?

    Dr. Joel Klena, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Coal Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Klena completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society, and American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Klena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klena’s office at (570) 808-1093.

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

    • Fellowship: SUNY Upstate U. Hospital - Syracuse, NY Hand Surgery | Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children Hand Surgery

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Geisinger Medical Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions

    Is Dr. Klena board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Klena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2011

    What languages does Dr. Klena speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Klena typically treat?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Klena 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. Klena. 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
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • 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
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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]

    What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Klena typically perform?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Klena 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. Klena. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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/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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Injection
    • Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
    • Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
    • Wrist pain injection
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Deep Biopsy of Forearm or Wrist Soft Tissue
    • Biopsy
    • Forearm Muscle Biopsy
    • Wrist Soft Tissue Biopsy
    • Deep Tissue Biopsy Arm

    CPT Codes:

    • 25066: Biopsy, soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist; deep (subfascial or intramuscular)

    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)

    Does Dr. Klena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Klena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-1093 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Klena accept in Coal Township, PA?

    Dr. Klena in Coal Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Plan Administrators

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Klena's office located?

    Dr. Joel Klena's Primary Practice

    4203 Hospital Rd Ste 150723

    Coal Township, PA 17866

    (570) 808-1093

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    Dr. Joel Klena's Practice 2

    132 Abigail Ln

    Port Matilda, PA 16870

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    Dr. Joel Klena's Practice 3

    1700 Old Gatesburg Rd Ste 210

    State College, PA 16803

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Member

    Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society

    Member

    American Society for Surgery of the Hand

    Member

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

    Dr. Klena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518926898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klena?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Klena's specialty?

    Dr. Klena is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Coal Township, PA.

    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 Dr. Joel Klena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Klena is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital 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 Dr. Joel Klena accepting new patients in Coal Township, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Klena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Klena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Klena's office at (570) 808-1093 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Klena?

    Please contact Dr. Klena's office at (570) 808-1093 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Klena's office located?

    Dr. Klena's offices are located in Coal Township, PA, Port Matilda, PA, and State College, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Klena have?

    Dr. Joel Klena is certified by the American Board of Surgery.