Who is Dr. Smith, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Garth Smith, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery.
Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (410) 573-2530.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Smith?
Dr. Garth Smith, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Smith empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Fractures, Microsurgery, Pediatric Hand/Arm Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Tendon Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Annapolis/MD community, Dr. Smith is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Cornell Univ. Medical College
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Smith board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Garth Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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.
M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
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:
Right Elbow Pain
Left Elbow Pain
Elbow Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Aching right elbow
Sore right elbow
Right elbow discomfort
Aching left elbow
Sore left elbow
Left elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
M25521: Pain in right elbow
M25522: Pain in left elbow
Also known as:
Lateral Epicondylitis
Elbow Injuries and Disorder
Tennis Elbow
Lateral Epicondylalgia
Elbow Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow
M7712: Lateral epicondylitis, left elbow
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:
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:
Trigger Left Middle Finger
Trigger Right Middle Finger
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Left Middle Finger
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
Snapping Right Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
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:
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:
Trigger Thumb
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
Thumb Tendonitis
Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
Also known as:
Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
Bone Disease
Skin Condition
Bone tumor of unknown nature
Skin lesion of unknown type
Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
What procedures does Dr. Smith perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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.
Also known as:
Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
Percutaneous Palmar Fasciotomy', 'Needle Aponeurotomy', 'Minimally Invasive Dupuytren's Surgery
CPT Codes:
26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
26125: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
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:
Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Epicondylitis Repair
Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
Open Tendon Debridement Elbow
CPT Codes:
24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment
Also known as:
Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
Colles Fracture Treatment
Smith Fracture Treatment
Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
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:
Hand Tendon Transfer
Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
Tendon Relocation in Hand
CPT Codes:
26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon
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:
Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
Triceps tendon repair surgery
Tendon graft for arm
CPT Codes:
24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
Hand Bone Fracture Care
Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
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:
Short Arm Cast Application
Elbow to Finger Cast
Forearm Cast
Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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:
Palm Tendon Transfer
Palmar Tendon Transplant
Hand Tendon Repositioning
Tendon Transfer in Hand
CPT Codes:
26485: Transfer or transplant of tendon, palmar; without free tendon graft, each tendon
Also known as:
Removal of Elbow Bursa
Olecranon Bursa Excision
Elbow Bursa Removal Surgery
Bursitis Elbow Surgery
CPT Codes:
24105: Excision, olecranon bursa
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:
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:
Finger or Toe Nerve Repair
Digital Neuroplasty
Nerve Decompression (Finger/Toe)
Peripheral Nerve Repair (Digit)
CPT Codes:
64702: Neuroplasty; digital, 1 or both, same digit
Also known as:
Simple Wound Repair (Small)
Wounds and Injuries
Minor Laceration Repair
Superficial Wound Closure
Small Cut Stitching
Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 573-2530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Smith in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437114303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Garth Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Annapolis, MD.
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. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Garth Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center 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 Garth Smith accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?
Yes, Dr. Garth Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garth Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (410) 573-2530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garth Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (410) 573-2530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Garth Smith have?
Dr. Garth Smith is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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