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Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alexander-Nathani, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alexander-Nathani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander-Nathani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander-Nathani’s office at (805) 563-3307.

    What languages does Dr. Alexander-Nathani speak?

    Dr. Alexander-Nathani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alexander-Nathani treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexander-Nathani 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. Alexander-Nathani. 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:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Alexander-Nathani perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexander-Nathani 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. Alexander-Nathani. 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:

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

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

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more 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])
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy

    Also known as:

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

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

    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))

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Alexander-Nathani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alexander-Nathani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 563-3307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander-Nathani accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Alexander-Nathani in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Athens Administrators

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alexander-Nathani's office located?

    Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani's Primary Practice

    511 Bath St

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    (805) 563-3307

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    Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani's Practice 2

    401 E Carrillo St

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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    Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani's Practice 3

    210 S Palisade Dr Ste 201

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

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

    Dr. Alexander-Nathani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144583428.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander-Nathani?

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

    What is Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani's specialty?

    Dr. Alexander-Nathani is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Alexander-Nathani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander-Nathani is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Amit Alexander-Nathani accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amit Alexander-Nathani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alexander-Nathani's office at (805) 563-3307 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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