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Dr. Vahan Cepkinian, MD

Dr. Vahan Cepkinian, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Glendale, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cepkinian, Orthopedic Surgeon in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Vahan Cepkinian, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Cepkinian graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cepkinian is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cepkinian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cepkinian’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    What languages does Dr. Cepkinian speak?

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

    • Armenian
    • English

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

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

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
    • Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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. Cepkinian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cepkinian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cepkinian accept in Glendale, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cepkinian's office located?

    Dr. Vahan Cepkinian's Primary Practice

    222 W Eulalia St Ste 300

    Glendale, CA 91204

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    Dr. Vahan Cepkinian's Practice 2

    39 Congress St Ste 200

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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

    Dr. Cepkinian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134214091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cepkinian?

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

    What is Dr. Vahan Cepkinian's specialty?

    Dr. Cepkinian is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Glendale, 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. Vahan Cepkinian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cepkinian is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health Glendale, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian 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. Vahan Cepkinian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vahan Cepkinian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vahan Cepkinian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cepkinian's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vahan Cepkinian?

    Please contact Dr. Cepkinian's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cepkinian's office located?

    Dr. Cepkinian's offices are located in Glendale, CA and Pasadena, CA.