Who is Dr. Zhang, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Alan Zhang, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Dr. Zhang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office at (415) 353-7566.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zhang?
Dr. Alan Zhang, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zhang empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Cartilage Damage, Joint Preservation, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Zhang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?
Dr. Zhang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zhang treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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.
Also known as:
Other Right Hip Joint Problems
Other Left Hip Joint Problems
Hip Injuries and Disorder
Right Hip Joint Condition
Right Hip Arthropathy
Right Hip Articular Disorder
Left Hip Joint Condition
Left Hip Arthropathy
Left Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip
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
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:
Knee Ligament Sprain
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Sprained Knee Ligament
Ligament Injury in Knee
ACL Sprain
ACL Injury
Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
Left Shoulder Pain
Right Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
M25512: Pain in left shoulder
M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
Peripheral tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
Cartilage Disorder
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Torn meniscus
Knee cartilage tear
Meniscal injury
Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
S83222A: Peripheral tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Strain
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sprains and Strains
Full Rotator Cuff Tear
Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
Severed Shoulder Tendon
Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
Shoulder Tendon Strain
Rotator Cuff Sprain
Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
Torn Meniscus
Cartilage Disorder
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Meniscus Tear
Knee Cartilage Tear
Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
Right Hamstring Muscle Strain
Leg Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Pulled Right Hamstring
Right Posterior Thigh Muscle Strain
Right Back of Thigh Muscle Pull
ICD-10 Codes:
S76311A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of the posterior muscle group at thigh level, right thigh, initial encounter
Also known as:
Other Hip Sprain
Hip Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Hip Ligament Sprain
Pulled Hip Ligament
Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Zhang perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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.
Also known as:
Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
Endoscopy
Hip Scope Surgery
Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
Also known as:
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
Endoscopy
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
Knee Cartilage Shaving
Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
Endoscopy
Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Tear Repair
Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
Also known as:
Hip Arthroscopy with Acetabuloplasty
Endoscopy
Hip Scope for Pincer Lesion
Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
Keyhole Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
29915: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with acetabuloplasty (ie, treatment of pincer lesion)
Also known as:
ACL Repair Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
Knee Ligament Repair
ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
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
Also known as:
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Endoscopy
Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7566 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Zhang in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Zhang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740445162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhang
What is Dr. Alan Zhang's specialty?
Dr. Zhang is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Zhang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhang is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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 Alan Zhang accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Zhang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (415) 353-7566 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Zhang?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (415) 353-7566 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist Near San Francisco, CA
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