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Dr. Lawrence Wurtz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.7 (9)
Map Pin Small Indianapolis, IN
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lawrence Wurtz, MD

Dr. Lawrence Wurtz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Indianapolis, IN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine and is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Wurtz an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Wurtz works at Practice in Indianapolis, IN. They frequently treat conditions like Ewing's Sarcoma and Bone Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Wurtz's Office Locations

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    Office
    550 University Blvd # Of, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (317) 274-3702

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • IU Health Methodist Hospital

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Ewing's Sarcoma
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Bone Cancer
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone

Treatment frequency



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Ewing's Sarcoma
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Bone Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Anemia
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Breast Lump
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Femur Fracture
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteosarcoma
Pelvic Fracture
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Thyroid Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Acute Leukemia
Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bladder Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Cancer
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chordoma
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coagulation Disorders
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Esophageal Cancer
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Graft vs Host Disease
Gynecologic Cancer
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hemophilia
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Hip Tendinitis
Hypothalamus Cancer
Internal Derangement of Knee
Kidney Cancer
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Liver Cancer
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lung Cancer
Lupus
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Lymphoma
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Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Melanoma
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Meniscus Tear
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Mycosis Fungoides
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloid Sarcoma
Myeloma
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Myelopathy
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neutropenia
Nodular Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid Cancer
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Peritoneal Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Prostate Cancer
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Reticulosarcoma
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Secondary Malignancies
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Skin Cancer
Spina Bifida
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
TMJ
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Trigger Finger
Vertebral Column Tumors
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Cancer Screening
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement Revision
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Menisectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Oral Cancer Screening
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Patellar Tendon Repair
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Skin Screenings
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Thoracentesis
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
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    3.7
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1861443194
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Lawrence Wurtz, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Wurtz is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Wurtz has seen patients for Ewing's Sarcoma and Bone Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Wurtz on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Wurtz. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Wurtz.

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