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Who is Dr. Foge, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Derrick Foge, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Foge is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foge’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foge’s office.
What languages does Dr. Foge speak?
Dr. Foge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Foge typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Foge 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. Foge. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Foge typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Foge 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. Foge. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Does Dr. Foge accept my insurance?
Dr. Foge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foge accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Foge in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Alaska
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Foge's office located?
What is Dr. Foge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669890216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foge
What is Dr. Derrick Foge's specialty?
Dr. Foge is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Anchorage, AK.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Derrick Foge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Foge is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc, Bartlett Regional Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Derrick Foge accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Foge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Foge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foge's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Foge?
Please contact Dr. Foge's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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