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Hand Surgeons

Hand Surgeons

HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Hand Surgeons.

Surgery Healthcare Taxonomy Code 2086S0105X

As of today, the following are the total number of Hand Surgeons nationally, in your State, and near your location.

Select a State below to view the list by State. Additionally, you can narrow the list by city, among other options, from the Filter Panel, which you can open by clicking the vertical ellipses ⋮ in the upper right corner of the app.

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Medicare

The following are the total number of Hand Surgeons who accept Medicare in your State, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.

The diagram below shows all the Hand Surgeons across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.

What do Hand Surgeons do?

A hand surgeon is a medical specialist who focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and forearm. 

What they do

  • Performing physical examinations and ordering diagnostic tests
  • Treating injuries, such as fractures, dislocations, and tendon tears
  • Managing conditions like arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and Dupuytren’s contracture
  • Performing surgery to repair damaged nerves, tendons, bones, or joints
  • Providing non-surgical treatments, such as splinting, injections, and physical therapy
  • Educating patients on self-care measures and prevention strategies

Conditions Treated

Carpal tunnel syndrome, Arthritis, Trigger finger, Tennis elbow, Fractures, Dislocations, Nerve injuries, and Tendonitis.

Education and Training

Hand surgeons typically complete a residency in orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, or general surgery, followed by a fellowship in hand surgery. They are board-certified by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. 

When to See a Hand Surgeon

Consider consulting a hand surgeon if you experience: 

  • A recent injury to your hand or upper extremity
  • Persistent pain, numbness, or tingling in your hand or arm
  • Difficulty with hand movements or grip
  • Swelling or deformity of your hand