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Dr. Alex Ferikes, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Mechanicsville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ferikes, Orthopedic Surgeon in Mechanicsville, VA?

    Dr. Alex Ferikes, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mechanicsville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ferikes graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University. Dr. Ferikes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferikes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferikes’s office at (317) 875-9105.

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

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    What languages does Dr. Ferikes speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ferikes 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. Ferikes. 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
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease
    • Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ferikes 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. Ferikes. 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
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    Also known as:

    • Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
    • Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
    • Wrist Bone Fixation
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Does Dr. Ferikes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ferikes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 875-9105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ferikes accept in Mechanicsville, VA?

    Dr. Ferikes in Mechanicsville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Centra Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ferikes' office located?

    Dr. Alex Ferikes' Primary Practice

    8220 Meadowbridge Rd Ste 101

    Mechanicsville, VA 23116

    (317) 875-9105

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    Dr. Alex Ferikes' Practice 2

    3400 Haydenpark Ln

    Henrico, VA 23233

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    Dr. Alex Ferikes' Practice 3

    1501 Maple Ave

    Richmond, VA 23226

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

    Dr. Ferikes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356603534.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferikes?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Ferikes's specialty?

    Dr. Ferikes is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Mechanicsville, VA.

    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. Alex Ferikes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ferikes is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Sentara Obici 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. Alex Ferikes accepting new patients in Mechanicsville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Ferikes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Ferikes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ferikes' office at (317) 875-9105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Ferikes?

    Please contact Dr. Ferikes' office at (317) 875-9105 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ferikes' office located?

    Dr. Ferikes' offices are located in Mechanicsville, VA, Henrico, VA, and Richmond, VA.