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Dr. Alan Sull, MD

Dr. Alan Sull, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sull, Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Alan Sull, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Sull completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center - Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Sull is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sull’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sull’s office at (310) 315-0175.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Florida - Hand & Upper Extremity

    • Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center - Orthopaedic Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Sull speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    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:

    • 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:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

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

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

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
    • Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Reduction
    • Smith Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    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

    Does Dr. Sull accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sull accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-0175 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sull accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Sull in Santa Monica, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sull's office located?

    Dr. Alan Sull's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 315-0175

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

    Dr. Sull's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194968834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sull?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Sull's specialty?

    Dr. Sull is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Santa Monica, 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 this Dr. Alan Sull affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sull is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 Alan Sull accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Alan Sull offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sull's office at (310) 315-0175 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Sull?

    Please contact Dr. Sull's office at (310) 315-0175 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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