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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Mahwah, NJ?
Dr. Nicholas Alexander is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mahwah, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Alexander graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (201) 818-4344.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | The University Hospital, Newark | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Alexander board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Alexander is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Alexander typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Alexander diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Alexander. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Softening of Kneecap Cartilage
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Patellar Chondromalacia
- Runner's Knee
- Anterior Knee Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2241: Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
- M2242: Chondromalacia patellae, left knee
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Alexander typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Alexander performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alexander. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Release (Lateral Retinacular Release)
- Lateral Retinacular Release
- Knee Cap Stabilization Surgery
- Patellar Tracking Surgery
- Open Knee Release
CPT Codes:
- 27425: Lateral retinacular release, open
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 818-4344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Mahwah, NJ?
Dr. Alexander in Mahwah, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Alexander's Primary Practice
400 Franklin Tpke Ste 100
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 818-4344
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972508240.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Nicholas Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Mahwah, NJ.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Penn Medicine Doylestown Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Nicholas Alexander accepting new patients in Mahwah, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (201) 818-4344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (201) 818-4344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Alexander have?
Dr. Nicholas Alexander is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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