Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Chelsea, MI
- NPI 1972864403
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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14650 E Old US Highway 12 Ste 302
Chelsea, MI 481181805
(855) 450-2020
fax (586) 261-5231
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 1, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301100896
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972864403. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,583
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$176,264
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 198 | 198 | $167 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 166 | 125 | $127 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 165 | 116 | $6 | |
26440 |
Release of tendon of palm or finger | 108 | 34 | $466 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 97 | 67 | $49 | |
Q4049 |
Finger splint, static | 96 | 62 | $2 | |
29125 |
Application of nonmoveable forearm to hand splint | 87 | 74 | $59 | |
Q4010 |
Cast supplies, short arm cast, adult (11 years +), fiberglass | 85 | 41 | $22 | |
Q4022 |
Cast supplies, short arm splint, adult (11 years +), fiberglass | 79 | 66 | $13 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 65 | $90 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Chelsea Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,434
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle, INC | 3 | $1,190.91 | |
| Arthrex, INC. | 7 | $960.66 | |
| Endo USA, INC. | 2 | $150.31 | |
| Acumed LLC | 1 | $58.24 | |
| Globus Medical, INC. | 1 | $28.97 | |
| Sonex Health, INC. | 1 | $26.80 | |
| Endo Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $17.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
105
Patients
90
Total drug cost
$608
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 29 | 23 | $57 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 18 | $42 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $310 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 19 | 16 | $161 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 18 | 14 | $37 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Caroline Wurtzel's medical specialty?
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Chelsea, MI.
Where does Dr. Caroline Wurtzel practice?
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel practices at 14650 E Old US Highway 12 Ste 302, Chelsea, MI 481181805. Office phone: 8554502020.
What is Dr. Caroline Wurtzel's NPI?
Dr. Caroline Wurtzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972864403, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Caroline Wurtzel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Caroline Wurtzel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Caroline Wurtzel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.