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Benjamin R. Graves, MD

Benjamin R. Graves, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Shoulder Pain and Problems
- Elbow Pain and Problems
- Wrist Pain and Problems
Conditions and Treatments
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Upper Extremity Ligament/Tendon Repair
- Wrist Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Arthroplasty
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Fracture Management
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Reconstruction
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Periarterial Sympathectomy
- Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction
- Arthrotomy
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Ganglion Cyst Excision
- Ligamentous and Muscle Debridement
- Palmar Fasciectomy
- Subacromial Decompression
- Tendon Transfer Upper Extremity
- Tenotomy
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision/Resection
- Brachial Plexus Neurolysis
- Neuroplasty
- Tendon Fusion
- Shoulder Pain and Problems
- Arthritis
- Bursitis
- Brachial Plexopathy
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Stress Fracture
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Chondral/Osteochondral Defect
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Finger Pain and Problems
- Nerve Injuries
- Scapular Dyskinesis
- Shoulder Tendon and Muscle Injuries
- Wrist Arthritis
- Arthrocentesis
- Allograft
- Capsulorrhaphy
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Dupuytren's Contracture Release
- Hand Tenolysis
- Nerve Neurolysis
- Percutaneous Fixation
- Synovectomy
- Tenodesis
- Trigger Finger Release
- Tumor Excision
- Hand Tendon Transplantation
- Osteochondral Allograft
- Xiaflex Injections
- Elbow Pain and Problems
- Fracture
- Osteoarthritis
- Elbow Ligament Injury
- Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
- Shoulder Instability
- Vascular Malformations
- Ganglion Cyst
- Tendon Injuries
- Clavicle Problems
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Hand Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Arthritis
- Shoulder (AC) Joint Separation
- Trigger Fingers
- Vascular Anomalies
- Acromioclavicular Dislocation Treatment
- Arthrodesis
- Capsulotomy
- Core Decompression
- Epicondyle Release
- Hemiarthroplasty
- Nerve Transposition
- Revision Median Nerve
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Tenolysis
- Ulnar Nerve Revision
- Elbow Contracture Release
- Macrodactylic Repair
- Sural Nerve Graft
- Hand Arthroplasty
- Wrist Pain and Problems
- Soft Tissue Tumor
- Avascular Necrosis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Tendonitis
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Ligament Injuries
- Camptodactyly
- Clinodactyly
- Elbow Arthritis
- Hand Pain and Problems
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Arthritis
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury (Tommy John)
Ratings and Reviews
4.8244 Ratings 36 Comments |
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CP concern for questions/worries | 4.9 |
CP efforts to include in decisions | 4.9 |
CP explanations of prob/condition | 4.8 |
CP spoke using clear language | 4.9 |
Friendliness/courtesy of CP | 4.9 |
Likelihood of recommending CP | 4.8 |
Patients' confidence in CP | 4.9 |
Time CP spent with patient | 4.9 |
Wait time at clinic | 4.5 |
The overall Patient Rating score is the average of responses to the nine questions listed below. The questions are from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a 1 to 5 scale, where 1 represents "very poor" and 5 represents "very good.
Patient Comments
- May 26, 2021Dr. Ben Graves is a top-notch professional who is highly skilled in his field. He is not, however, someone who is difficult to communicate with and feel comfortable with concerning my health issues. He makes me feel at ease and relieved that I have place
- May 26, 2021all i can say is my provider is very very good
- May 17, 2021very professional
- May 3, 2021Good team.
- April 19, 2021I don't have any complain i was treated with the upmost respect
- April 16, 2021*Dr. Graves is the best. so personable and kind. He is wonderful.
- April 15, 2021Dr Graves is a wonderful doctor. he showed compassion as well as empathy when he released me. I would definitely recommend him to others and return myself if ever needed again.
- April 13, 2021Was happy with this specialist.
- April 8, 2021Would highly recommend Dr.Graves to family & friends
- March 29, 2021very professional
- March 27, 2021Excellent physicians and staff at this department
- March 17, 2021The care from my doctor was great
- March 16, 2021Dr Graves is great and his staff is awesome
- March 14, 2021Dr. Graves is one of the best. He has operated on both my hands and definitely worth the hour drive to Winston=Salem to see him
- February 22, 2021One of the best doctors I've ever had. Really listens to his patients
- February 10, 2021Great service, great Environment
- January 1, 2021I couldn't ask for a better provider.
- December 21, 2020Dr. Graves is an excellent doctor and orthopedic surgeon! He worked hard to help me regain full use of my wrist and hand after my bad fall and two surgeries.
- December 14, 2020Dr. Graves treated me like an important person, not just another patient.
- December 10, 2020I didn't expect to have the kindness and concern expressed following a work related injury. *Dr. Graves was VERY kind and supportive. I cannot express enough good accolades for this man.
- December 2, 2020De. Ben Graves is an excellent doctor. he's very caring, concerned and compassionate. I'm very pleased to have him as my orthopedic doctor and honestly, I don't know where I would be today without his help and surgical skills. He's a fine person and has helped me so much with all my joint issues. I really can't say enough good about him. He listens, explains things so that I understand and goes the extra mile to take care of his patients.
- November 30, 2020always friendly and professional.
- November 19, 2020I had a Novant surgeon that said I was to young for a shoulder replacement and I was losing complete use of my arm. My psychologist helped me pick out Dr. Graves after checking out his credentials. We were just talking about what a perfect match I got with Dr. Graves. I have 2 excellent shoulders and arms, and a great thumb because of him. He goes the distance for his patients and their care. I have no modifications concerning my shoulders and arms because of the excellent job Dr. Graves did. I cannot express enough how wonderful he is. I would be honored to recommend him to anyone.
- November 18, 2020Excellent provider- always concerned
- October 26, 2020Listened to me and explained his plan to take care of my problem and answered all of my questions.
- October 24, 2020excellent
- October 23, 2020He was very impressionable. His mannerism, professionalism, & courtesy spoke volume, I would return to him again. Sorry for the handwriting -
- October 18, 2020I came to Dr. Graves for because the 1st provider I saw in Greensboro would have been rated Poor in most areas of your survey. I was more than pleased with Dr. Graves and all office staff. When I decide to move ahead with the procedure, I will be calling on this office again.
- October 16, 2020My 1st visit with Doctor Graves , learned more about my condition in that period of time then a decade before. The care he provided helped my situation enormously ! [ Outstanding ] service and one of the many reasons my wife and I drive a hour and forty minutes to Wake for all our health care needs.
- October 1, 2020Dr. Benjamin Graves always listens to me. He explains my options in detail, together, he and I find the best solution to my medical issues. Dr. Graves has so much compassion for his patients. He is a wonderful doctor and has helped me so much these last 3 years. He is the best!
- September 23, 2020they all were great
- September 16, 2020Dr. Graves is an outstanding physician with 10+ patient interaction skills. I'm so pleased to have the opportunity to work with him.
- September 16, 2020Excellent and beautiful job. Dr. Graves is the best surgeon!
- September 9, 2020The entire staff and Doctors are excellent!
- August 27, 2020a great experience a face surgery that I was not thinking I would ever have to have. Professional staff and a lot of kind words. Dr. Graves told me what he would have to do and he did it. I will always be Grateful to Dr. Graves and his staff. Thank you
- August 17, 2020Dr. Graves and all the wonderful people who work there are a true Godsend. I thank God everyday for them. Dr. Graves gave me my life back with the 2 shoulder replacements and thumb infusion so I can keep living my best life. All of you are total rock stars!
Locations
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm
Credentials
Education
- MD, University of California - Los Angeles, 2005
Residency
- General Surgery, Boston Medical Center, 2007
- Orthopedic Surgery, Boston Medical Center, 2011
Fellowship
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine/Arthroscopy, San Diego Permanente Medical Group, 2012
- Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 2013
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery
Memberships
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- American Society of Surgery of The Hand
- American College of Surgeons
- North Carolina Orthopedic Association
- International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
- North Carolina Society for Surgery of the Hand
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January 2019
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
LMC ONLY - Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume
BEECHSTREET PPO
NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES
PHCS/MULTIPLAN
CHC ONLY - contracts specific to support CHC
AETNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (limited providers)
THN-TRIAD HEALTH NETWORK MA Plans only (Humana Medicare and Healthteam Advantage)
TRICARE
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Early to midterm radiographic loosening of the press fit radial head prosthesis. Rafla S, Carroll EA, Wiesler ER, Li Z, Tuohy CJ, Nunez F, Graves BR, Papadonikolakis A. Injury. 2021 Mar;
- Clinical Outcomes of Superior Capsular Reconstruction for Massive, Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Systematic Review Comparing Acellular Dermal Allograft and Autograft Fascia Lata. Smith TJ, Gowd AK, Kunkel J, Kaplin L, Hubbard JB, Coates KE, Graves BR, Waterman BR. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil. 2021 Feb; 3(1):e257-e268.
- Treatment of elbow instability: state of the art. Marinelli A, Graves BR, Bain GI, Pederzini L. J ISAKOS. 2021 03; 6(2):102-115.
- The financial burden associated with multiple shoulder dislocations and the potential cost savings of surgical stabilization. Comadoll SM, Landry Jarvis D, Yancey HB, Graves BR. . 2020 Sep; 4(3):584-586.
- Needle Length Requirement for Glenohumeral Joint Injection Using the Neviaser Approach. Teske L, Al'Khafaji I, Graves BR. Orthopedics. 2020 Jul; 43(4):e215-e218.