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Dr. Alan Puddy, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Colorado Springs, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puddy, Orthopedic Surgeon in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Dr. Alan Puddy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Puddy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puddy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puddy’s office at (719) 333-5962.

    What languages does Dr. Puddy speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

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

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

    • 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

    Does Dr. Puddy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puddy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 333-5962 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puddy accept in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Dr. Puddy in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Puddy's office located?

    Dr. Alan Puddy's Primary Practice

    175 S Union Blvd Ste 310

    Colorado Springs, CO 80910

    (719) 333-5962

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    10th Medical Group

    4102 Pinion Dr

    USAF Academy, CO 80840

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    What hospitals are Dr. Puddy affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Puddy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    San Luis Valley Health - Regional Medical Center,Alamosa, CO

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

    Dr. Puddy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891019972.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puddy?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Puddy's specialty?

    Dr. Puddy is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Colorado Springs, CO.

    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. Alan Puddy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puddy is affiliated with Evans Army Community Hospital-Fort Carson 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alan Puddy accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Puddy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Puddy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puddy's office at (719) 333-5962 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Puddy?

    Please contact Dr. Puddy's office at (719) 333-5962 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Puddy's office located?

    Dr. Puddy's offices are located in Colorado Springs, CO and USAF Academy, CO.