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Dr. Thomas Wiedrich, MD

Dr. Thomas Wiedrich, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Chicago, IL

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiedrich, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Thomas Wiedrich, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Wiedrich graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Plastic Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery; Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Wiedrich is fluent in English, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiedrich’s office at (312) 337-6960.

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

    • Fellowship: Indiana Hand Center | Saint Vincent's Hospital Medical Center | St. Vincent Hosptal

    • Residency: St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Plastic Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery; Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, General Surgery | St Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

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

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Wiedrich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1994

    What languages does Dr. Wiedrich speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Greek, Modern (1453-)
    • Polish
    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Wiedrich 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. Wiedrich. 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
    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Hand Arthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19049: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified hand
    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Wiedrich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiedrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 337-6960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiedrich accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Wiedrich in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Wiedrich's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Wiedrich's Primary Practice

    737 N Michigan Ave Ste 700

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 337-6960

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    Dr. Thomas Wiedrich's Practice 2

    1333 W Belmont Ave

    Chicago, IL 60657

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    Dr. Thomas Wiedrich's Practice 3

    675 N Saint Clair St Fl 17

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wiedrich affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wiedrich has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Plastic Surgeons

    Member

    Awards

    Chicago Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Wiedrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124080189.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiedrich?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Wiedrich's specialty?

    Dr. Wiedrich is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    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 Dr. Thomas Wiedrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiedrich is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Thomas Wiedrich accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Wiedrich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Wiedrich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiedrich's office at (312) 337-6960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Wiedrich?

    Please contact Dr. Wiedrich's office at (312) 337-6960 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiedrich's office located?

    Dr. Wiedrich's office is located in Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Wiedrich have?

    Dr. Thomas Wiedrich is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.