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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arena, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Christopher Arena, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Coeur D Alene, ID. Dr. Arena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arena’s office at (208) 457-4211.
What languages does Dr. Arena speak?
Dr. Arena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Arena treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Arena 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. Arena. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Unstable Right Ankle Joint
- Unstable Left Ankle Joint
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Loose Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Joint Instability
- Wobbly Right Ankle
- Loose Left Ankle
- Left Ankle Joint Instability
- Wobbly Left Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25371: Other instability, right ankle
- M25372: Other instability, left ankle
Also known as:
- Sprained Right Ankle
- Sprained Left Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Twisted Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Ligament Injury
- Right Ankle Strain
- Twisted Left Ankle
- Left Ankle Ligament Injury
- Left Ankle Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
- S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does Dr. Arena perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Arena 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. Arena. 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:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Open Ankle Joint Fusion
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Surgical Ankle Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Leg Tendon Repair
- Flexor Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Reconstruction Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Does Dr. Arena accept my insurance?
Dr. Arena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 457-4211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arena accept in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Arena in Coeur D Alene, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Blue Cross of Idaho
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
PacificSource
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Arena's office located?
Dr. Christopher Arena's Primary Practice
1233 N Northwood Center Ct Ste 101
Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
(208) 457-4211
What is Dr. Arena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497172431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arena
What is Dr. Christopher Arena's specialty?
Dr. Arena is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Coeur D Alene, ID. Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions. Contact Dr. Arena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Arena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arena is affiliated with Northwest Specialty Hospital, Bonner General Hospital, Kootenai Health 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 Christopher Arena accepting new patients in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Arena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Arena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arena's office at (208) 457-4211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Arena?
Please contact Dr. Arena's office at (208) 457-4211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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