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Who is Dr. Vlahu, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Alexander Vlahu, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vlahu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlahu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlahu’s office at (858) 554-7993.
What languages does Dr. Vlahu speak?
Dr. Vlahu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vlahu typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vlahu 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. Vlahu. 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
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vlahu typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vlahu 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. Vlahu. 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)
Does Dr. Vlahu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vlahu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-7993 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vlahu accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Vlahu in Indianapolis, IN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vlahu's office located?
Dr. Alexander Vlahu's Primary Practice
250 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(858) 554-7993
What is Dr. Vlahu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vlahu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699338194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlahu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vlahu
What is Dr. Alexander Vlahu's specialty?
Dr. Vlahu is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alexander Vlahu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vlahu is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health Arnett 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 Alexander Vlahu accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Vlahu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Vlahu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vlahu's office at (858) 554-7993 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Vlahu?
Please contact Dr. Vlahu's office at (858) 554-7993 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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