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Dr. Erik Woelber

Orthopedic Surgeon

Anchorage, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Woelber, Orthopedic Surgeon in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Erik Woelber is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Woelber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Woelber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Woelber’s office at (215) 503-0580.

    What languages does Dr. Woelber speak?

    Dr. Woelber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Woelber typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Woelber 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. Woelber. 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Woelber typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Woelber 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. Woelber. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Dry Needling for Muscles
    • Therapeutic Dry Needling
    • Muscle Needle Therapy
    • Multiple Muscle Needling

    CPT Codes:

    • 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Woelber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Woelber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 503-0580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Woelber accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Woelber in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employee Benefit Management Services Administered Payer

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Alaska

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Woelber's office located?

    Dr. Erik Woelber's Primary Practice

    4015 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 201

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (215) 503-0580

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    Dr. Erik Woelber's Practice 2

    10928 Eagle River Rd

    Eagle River, AK 99577

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    What hospitals are Dr. Woelber affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Woelber has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK

    What is Dr. Woelber's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Woelber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134655830.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woelber?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Woelber

    What is Dr. Erik Woelber's specialty?

    Dr. Woelber is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Anchorage, AK.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Erik Woelber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Woelber is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Erik Woelber accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Woelber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Woelber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Woelber's office at (215) 503-0580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Woelber?

    Please contact Dr. Woelber's office at (215) 503-0580 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Woelber's office located?

    Dr. Woelber's offices are located in Anchorage, AK and Eagle River, AK.