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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alva, Orthopedic Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Alexis Alva, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alva’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alva’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Alva speak?
Dr. Alva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Alva typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Alva typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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. Alva accept my insurance?
Dr. Alva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alva accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Alva in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
Dr. Alexis Alva's Primary Practice
2001 Vail Ave Ste 200
Charlotte, NC 28207
(507) 284-2511
What is Dr. Alva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386140531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alva
What is Dr. Alexis Alva's specialty?
Dr. Alva is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Charlotte, NC.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Alexis Alva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alva is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Duluth, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Alexis Alva accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Alva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Alva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Alva?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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