Summary

Dr shuler has been in Athens, GA since 2008 and was the first hand and upper extremity surgeon in Northeast GA. He formed the Athens Orthopedic Clinic Hand Center that combines expert conservative and operative management of upper extremity problems. The hand center coordinates physician care with certified hand therapist care, a vital component associated with complete recovery of upper extremity injuries.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 31 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Michael Simms Shuler has 3 locations

Athens Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center

1765 Old West Broad St Ste 300Athens, GA 30606
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Athens Orthopedic Clinic

1765 Old West Broad St Bldg 2-200Athens, GA 30606
Mon7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Athens Orthopedic Clinic Pa

125 King AveAthens, GA 30606
Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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24 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Athens , GAAthens , GALoganville , GAWatkinsville , GA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine Med School: Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Simms Shuler

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • CHAMPVA - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • PreferredOne
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care - Workers’ Compensation
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Simms Shuler has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Simms Shuler has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Forearm Injuries
  • Hand Injuries
  • Hand Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Tendon Entrapment
  • Tendon Injuries
  • Tendon Injuries (Tendiopathy)
  • Trigger Finger Disorder
  • Wrist Fracture (Colles Fracture)
  • Wrist Fracture (Radius Fractures)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Shuler's NPI number is 1497944565.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Michael Shuler is affiliated with Saint Marys Hospital.
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Dr. Michael Shuler speaks English and Spanish.

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