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Dr. Duke Ahn, MD

Dr. Duke Ahn, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Los Alamitos, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahn, Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Duke Ahn, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahn graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ahn is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahn’s office at (562) 583-2250.

    Where did Dr. Ahn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals | University of Alabama Medical Center | University of Alabama Medical Center | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ahn board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Duke Ahn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ahn speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

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

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

    • 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Ahn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 583-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahn accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Ahn in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahn's office located?

    Dr. Duke Ahn's Primary Practice

    3700 Katella Ave Ste C

    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    (562) 583-2250

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    Dr. Duke Ahn's Practice 2

    1771 W Romneya Dr Ste H

    Anaheim, CA 92801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahn affiliated with?

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    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahn has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uci Health - Los Alamitos,Los Alamitos, CA
    La Palma Intercommunity Hospital,La Palma, CA
    Prime Healthcare - St. Francis Medical Center,Lynwood, CA

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

    Dr. Ahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942318373.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahn?

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

    What is Dr. Duke Ahn's specialty?

    Dr. Ahn is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Los Alamitos, CA.

    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. Duke Ahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahn is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, San Antonio Regional Hospital 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 Dr. Duke Ahn accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Duke Ahn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Duke Ahn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (562) 583-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Duke Ahn?

    Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (562) 583-2250 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahn's office located?

    Dr. Ahn's offices are located in Los Alamitos, CA and Anaheim, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Duke Ahn have?

    Dr. Duke Ahn is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.