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Dr. John Walsh, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Surgeon

Columbia, SC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walsh, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. John Walsh, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Walsh graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center Program. Dr. Walsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walsh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walsh’s office at (803) 296-7846.

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

    • Residency: Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

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

    Yes, Dr. John Walsh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Walsh speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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 an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Walsh typically perform?

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

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, 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:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Wrist Joint Reconstruction
    • Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint

    CPT Codes:

    • 25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Walsh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 296-7846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walsh accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Walsh in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walsh's office located?

    Dr. John Walsh's Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 200

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 296-7846

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walsh affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Walsh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Walsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427012491.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walsh?

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

    What is Dr. John Walsh's specialty?

    Dr. Walsh is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Columbia, SC.

    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. John Walsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walsh is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist 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. John Walsh accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. John Walsh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Walsh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walsh's office at (803) 296-7846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Walsh?

    Please contact Dr. Walsh's office at (803) 296-7846 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walsh's office located?

    Dr. Walsh's office is located in Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Walsh have?

    Dr. John Walsh is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.