Dr. Scott Zimmer, MD
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery ·
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Age 46
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Dr. Scott Zimmer, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Willoughby, OH and has been practicing for 15 years. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine in 1998 and specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery, orthopedic hand surgery, and more.
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- American Enterprise Group
- American Republic
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Assurant Health
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna
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Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
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Shoulder Disorders
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more than 99% of peers
Neuroplasty
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more than 99% of peers
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3 Specialties
- Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
- Orthopedic Hand Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
1 Board Certifications
- Hand SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
94 Conditions Treated
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Back Pain
- Bone Disorders
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Broken Arm
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chondrocalcinosis
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Difficulty With Walking
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Femur Fracture
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Foot Sprain
- Fracture
- Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Gout
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Heel Spur
- Hip Fracture
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Sprain
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Lupus
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pseudoarthrosis
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rib Fracture
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Scapular Fracture
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sjögren's Syndrome
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylitis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Systemic Chondromalacia
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Trigger Finger
- Wrist Fracture
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50 Procedures
- All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
- Ankle Replacement
- Arm Surgery
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Elbow Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Elbow Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Elbow Replacement
- Elbow Tenotomy
- Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
- Excision of Radius or Ulna
- Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
- Excision of Tibia or Fibula
- Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
- Fracture Care
- Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
- Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Drainage
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Replacement
- Knee Surgery
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Nerve Block, Somatic
- Neuroplasty
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
- Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
- Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Steroid Injection
- Synovial Biopsy
- Trigger Finger Release
- Trigger Point Injection
- Wrist Fusion
- Wrist Replacement
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Wright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1998
- Mount Carmel Regional Medical CenterResidency Hospital | Completed 2003
- Shands Hosp at The University of FloridaFellowship Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
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What People Say About Dr. Scott Zimmer, MD
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Dr Zimmer saw me for an elbow fracture; referred by Dr. Gobezie. Diagnosed as a "near-Monteggia" fracture. Surgery to put a plate with several screws was the result. I was in a removable splint within a week. Followed his direction closely and used their occupational therapy service.
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CK in Gates Mills, OH – Jul 08, 2018
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Dr. Zimmer is one of the most caring doctors you will ever meet. Not to mention good looking. I had carpal tunnel surgery 5/18/2018 I seen him today for stitches removal 5/30/2018 everything is looking good, I'm on my way to recovery. Also his team he has are so pleasant.
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Nancy Granchi in Chardon, OH – May 30, 2018
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I have been dealing with a broken scaphoid for almost 10 weeks now and casted since January. I had gone to Dr. Zimmer today because I had heard he’s an amazing hand surgeon and from what I experienced and today-i agree! Dr. Zimmer within one short but very informative and comfortable appointment...Read More
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Allie F. in North Ridgeville, Ohio – Apr 05, 2018
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Dr Zimmer and staff very professional and caring. He and Michelle (Phys. Asst) answered all my questions about the carpal tunnel surgery. I had both hands done at once, and the explanation on how I would feel in the following days was very accurate. I was able to do eat and do many things with my...Read More
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Dave B in Chardon – Mar 23, 2018
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I had carpal tunnel release surgery a few weeks ago. From my initial visit with Dr. Zimmer to surgery and finally follow up, I was very satisfied with his knowledge, ease of communication, surgical skills and friendly staff that made it all come together. I actually found his name from these...Read More
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Nora in Mayfield Heights – Mar 02, 2018
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Dr. Zimmer accepts 22 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS II
- American Enterprise Group
- American Republic
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMOAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Assurant Health
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- CHAMPVA
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOOpen Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- CoreSource
- Coventry Health CareCoventry Health America PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Golden Rule
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)GEHA
- Health NetMedicare Advantage PFFS
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
- Tricare
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