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Dr. Owen Ala, MD

Anchorage, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ala, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Owen Ala, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK. Dr. Ala is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ala’s office at (907) 562-2277.

    What languages does Dr. Ala speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Ala 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. Ala. 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Ala 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. Ala. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Ala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 562-2277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employee Benefit Management Services Administered Payer

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • State of Alaska

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ala's office located?

    Dr. Owen Ala's Primary Practice

    3801 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 300

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (907) 562-2277

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ala affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ala has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc,Fairbanks, AK
    Providence Alaska Medical Center,Anchorage, AK
    Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK
    Central Peninsula Hospital,Soldotna, AK

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

    Dr. Ala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902065816.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ala?

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

    What is Dr. Owen Ala's specialty?

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Owen Ala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ala is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Owen Ala accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Owen Ala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Owen Ala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ala's office at (907) 562-2277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Owen Ala?

    Please contact Dr. Ala's office at (907) 562-2277 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ala's office located?

    Dr. Ala's office is located in Anchorage, AK.