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Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo, MD

Wayne, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morales-Restrepo, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wayne, NJ. Dr. Morales-Restrepo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morales-Restrepo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morales-Restrepo’s office at (973) 898-5999.

    What languages does Dr. Morales-Restrepo speak?

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Morales-Restrepo typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Morales-Restrepo 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. Morales-Restrepo. 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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Colles' Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken wrist
    • Distal radius fracture
    • Wrist break
    • Silver-fork deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52532A: Colles' fracture of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Morales-Restrepo typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Morales-Restrepo 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. Morales-Restrepo. 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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Distal Radius Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Wrist Fracture Surgery
    • Radial Bone Fracture Repair
    • Distal Radius Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 25607: Open Treatment Of Distal Radial Extra-Articular Fracture Or Epiphyseal Separation, With Internal Fixation

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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. Morales-Restrepo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 898-5999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morales-Restrepo accept in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo in Wayne, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Farmers Insurance Group

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Morales-Restrepo's office located?

    Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo's Primary Practice

    2025 Hamburg Tpke Ste C

    Wayne, NJ 07470

    (973) 898-5999

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

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417307638.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morales-Restrepo?

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

    What is Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo's specialty?

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Wayne, NJ.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morales-Restrepo is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook 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 Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo accepting new patients in Wayne, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morales-Restrepo's office at (973) 898-5999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo?

    Please contact Dr. Morales-Restrepo's office at (973) 898-5999 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Morales-Restrepo's office located?

    Dr. Morales-Restrepo's office is located in Wayne, NJ.