18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sah, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Alexander Sah, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fremont, CA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Sah completed his residency at Harvard Combined Orthopedic Program. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, California Orthopedic Association, Western Orthopedic Association, California Orthopedic Association, California Orthopedic Association, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and AAOS Leadership Fellows Program. Dr. Sah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sah’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sah’s office at (510) 818-7200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sah?
Dr. Alexander Sah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Replacement & Revision, Knee Surgery, Minimally Invasive Anterior Hip Replacement, Minimally Invasive Robotic Total Knee Replacement, Partial Knee Replacement, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fremont/CA community, Dr. Sah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University, Chicago IL
Residency: Harvard Combined Orthopedic Program
Is Dr. Sah board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Sah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sah speak?
Dr. Sah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sah treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Sah 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. Sah. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- 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
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Bilateral Artificial Hip Joints
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
- Double Hip Replacement
- Both Hips Replaced
- Bilateral Hip Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
- Z96643: Presence of artificial hip joint, bilateral
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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Sah perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Sah 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. Sah. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
- Knee Joint Resurfacing
- Femoral Condyle Arthroplasty
- Tibial Plateau Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
- 27442: Arthroplasty, femoral condyles or tibial plateau(s), knee;
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:
- 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:
- Revision Total Knee Replacement
- Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
- Knee Arthroplasty Revision
- Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
- Knee Implant Exchange
- Partial Knee Replacement Revision
CPT Codes:
- 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
- 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component
Also known as:
- Kneecap Replacement Surgery
- Patellar arthroplasty
- Kneecap prosthesis
- Partial knee replacement (patella)
CPT Codes:
- 27438: Arthroplasty, patella; with prosthesis
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
Does Dr. Sah accept my insurance?
Dr. Sah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 818-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sah accept in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Sah in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sah's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Member
2002
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Member
2014
California Orthopedic Association
Board of Directors
2017
Western Orthopedic Association
Committee Member
2016
California Orthopedic Association
Chair
2017
California Orthopedic Association
Chair
2017
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Member
2017
AAOS Leadership Fellows Program
Fellow
2016 - 2017
Awards
Best of Fremont, Orthopedic Surgeon
Best of Fremont Publication
Best of Fremont, Best Doctor
Best of Fremont Publication
Best Doctors
Best Doctor Awards
Patient's Choice Award
Vitals
Compassionate Doctor Award
Vitals
What is Dr. Sah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003966359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sah
What is Dr. Alexander Sah's specialty?
Dr. Sah is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Fremont, CA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Sah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Sah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sah is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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
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Is Alexander Sah accepting new patients in Fremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Sah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Sah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sah's office at (510) 818-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Sah?
Please contact Dr. Sah's office at (510) 818-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Sah have?
Dr. Alexander Sah is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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