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Dr. Joshua Alpert, MD

Dr. Joshua Alpert, MD

Elgin, IL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alpert, Orthopedic Surgeon in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Alpert is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with advanced expertise in sports medicine, having completed his fellowship at Harvard/Massachusetts General Hospital.



    Dr. Alpert specializes in diagnosing and treating knee and shoulder conditions, offering both non-surgical and surgical options tailored to each patient’s needs. When surgery can be avoided, he creates personalized treatment plans that may include physical therapy, cortisone injections, or Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. His primary goal is to restore patients to a pain-free, active lifestyle as quickly and safely as possible.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alpert?

    Dr. Joshua Alpert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon 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. Alpert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in ACL Injuries, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Arthritis, Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Injuries, Knee Replacement, Knee Surgery, Meniscus Tear, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Osteoporosis, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Rotator Cuff Injuries, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Replacement, Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine, Tendinosis, Tenosynovitis, Workers' Compensation Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Elgin/IL community, Dr. Alpert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Sports Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA | Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Alpert board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Alpert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Alpert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alpert treat?

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    What procedures does Dr. Alpert perform?

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

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    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

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    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:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Does Dr. Alpert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alpert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) FVORTHO l (855) 386-7846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alpert accept in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Alpert in Elgin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alpert's office located?

    Fox Valley Orthopedics

    Fox Valley Orthopedics

    1710 North Randall Road, Suite 140

    Elgin, IL 60123

    (855) FVORTHO l (855) 386-7846

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    Fox Valley Orthopedics

    420 W. Northwest Highway

    Barrington, IL 60010

    (855) FVORTHO l (855) 386-7846

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joshua Alpert?

    Dr. Alpert has appointments available at his Elgin, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Alpert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225121528.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alpert?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Alpert's specialty?

    Dr. Alpert is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Elgin, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Alpert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Alpert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alpert is affiliated with Advocate Sherman 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 Joshua Alpert accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Alpert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Alpert offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alpert, or call (855) FVORTHO l (855) 386-7846 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Alpert?

    Please contact Dr. Alpert's office at (855) FVORTHO l (855) 386-7846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Alpert have?

    Dr. Joshua Alpert is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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