
Levi L Hinkelman, MD
Elbow Orthopedic SurgeryHand and Wrist Orthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals
About Levi L Hinkelman
About the Provider
Dr. Levi Hinkelman is an orthopedic surgeon. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency through Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners in affiliation with Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and his hand and upper extremity surgery fellowship at Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in Indianapolis.
Dr. Hinkelman's clinical interests include treatment of adults and children with hand, wrist, forearm and elbow trauma including tendon and nerve injuries, sports injuries of the hand, wrist and elbow, arthritis of the hand, wrist and elbow, neurologic disorders of the upper extremity and microsurgical reconstruction and soft tissue coverage of the extremities.
Locations
- Corewell Health Orthopedics - 2770 E Beltline Ave NE
- 2770 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
- Get Directions
- phone: 616-267-8860
- fax: 616-267-8442
- Corewell Health Orthopedic Surgery - Cutlerville
- 80 68th Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
- Get Directions
- phone: 616-267-8860
- fax: 616-267-8442
Experience
Education
- Fellowship: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, Surgery of the Hand, 2016
- Residency: Michigan State University, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015
- Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2010
Board Certifications
- Surgery of the Hand: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2021
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2018
Insurance
- Aetna/Cofinity
- Align Senior Care MI
- BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
- BCBS PPO
- BCBS Traditional
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
- Blue Cross Complete
- Cigna
- Coventry First Health
- HAP/ASR
- Humana Military (Tricare East)
- McLaren Commercial
- McLaren Medicaid
- McLaren Medicare Advantage
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meridian AmBetter
- Meridian Complete (MI Health LINK) Dual Eligible
- Meridian Medicaid
- Molina Medicaid/MiChild/Marketplace (Health Plus)
- Molina Medicare
- Priority Health Choice Medicaid
- Priority Health HMO/PPO
- Priority Health Medicare Advantage
- Railroad Medicare
- Trinity Health Plan of MI
- UHC/Optum (VA Community Care Network)
- UM Health Plan
- United Health Care Commercial
- United Health Care Dual Complete
- Washington Department of Labor
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
151 ratings, 57 reviewsCorewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Very personable, takes the time to explain and make sure you understand what is needed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr. Hinkleman always listens, explains in detail the results of the surgery and the X-rays. He asked if I was having any concerns. He is very thorough with the area of surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Still trying to help me . Hasn't given up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
He was very understanding, informative, friendly, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
He's a great doctor, very good communicator and I always feel like he cares about my overall well-being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
I really appreciate the time he takes to make sure you are receiving the best care. He wants to ensure you are comfortable. He truly cares about his patients!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
He explained things in a easy to understand way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
He done a great job not in pain like it was
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Very professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Thanks for going above and beyond for my inflammatory issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
I really enjoyed him as a surgeon. He made me feel okay going into surgery. He was so kind and caring and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Appreciate the thorough explanations and follow up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Hinkelman always talks to me, not at me. He tells me all of the options, but leaves the decision to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
So glad for his surgical knowledge
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
He was very relatable and realistic and understanding and explained options and didn't sugar-coat anything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr. Hinkelman and I discussed my dx and tx as doctor to doctor, which I understood very well. There was a fair amount of detail that my wife didn't understand but I was able to explain it to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
He was a very good surgeon 😷 and very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
He seemed like he knew his stuff while staying open and genuine with his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Dr. Hinkelman seems to care a great deal about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I have been very pleased with the care, speed and quality of Dr. Hinkleman and his team. They ae a well oiled machine. I came here seeking a second opinion and have not been disappointed. I feel like my concerns and questions are being heard and answered in a human, and professional way. I feel confident in my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
A real nice guy. Listens and informs well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
I have no additional feedback. Thank you for caring for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Like Roy Hobbs in The Natural…..”the best that ever was.”
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
I appreciate Dr.Hinkleman and his approach in explaining things and giving me plenty of time to ask questions. It's so easy to tell when someone likes what they are doing. Dr. H is that kind of doctor, as is his PA Holly! She, too wanted to be sureIhad all my questions answered. Both were so friendly that it made it easy to ask questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
They were all wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
I think I should have the surgery. However, he will be gone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
I would recommend this doctor
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Not personable, records conversations without consent of patient, inconsiderate of patient’s time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Was easily informed of issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
He took the time to listen to me before before jumping in to diagnose me of my injury.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Very caring 😉
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Spoke directly to me while training an associate, too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
EXCEPTIONAL!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Clearly know next steps
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Dr. Hinkelman is a very positive person. I do trust what he says and I look forward to working with him in the future
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
He was patient and gave me additional instructions to think about regarding surgery on my dominant hand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Clear & concise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
The only downside was the doctor was running about an hour behind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2025
Would love to see her again but hopefully not😄
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2025
I plan to use Dr Levi for any wrist issue
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2025
Doctor is awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2025
Just keep doing what you are doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2025
He was super informative he shared his knowledge in a way I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
Very pleased with the outcome of my procedure with Dr Hinkleman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2025
Exceptional care
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Crappy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2025
The entire office ran very smoothly! Everyone made me feel like I was their only patient of the day. Nothing felt rushed or hurried.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
He explained everything so that I understood what was going on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Will absolutely recommend Dr Hinkleman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2025
I have confidence in his care.