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Dr. Fernando Aran, MD

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Dr. Fernando Aran, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aran, Orthopedic Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Fernando Aran, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aran completed his residency at Wake Forest Baptist Health. He is a member of the AOFAS and AAOS. Dr. Aran is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aran’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aran’s office at (305) 667-8686.

    Where did Dr. Aran go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Duke University

    • Residency: Wake Forest Baptist Health

    • Medical School: Princeton University | Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aran speak?

    Dr. Aran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Aran treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aran 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. Aran. 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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot
    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • 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
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bunion
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Valgus
    • Big Toe Deformity
    • Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot

    What procedures does Dr. Aran perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aran 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. Aran. 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Hallux Valgus Repair
    • Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    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:

    • Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
    • Midtarsal Arthrodesis
    • Tarsometatarsal Fusion
    • Foot Joint Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint

    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 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

    Does Dr. Aran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 667-8686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aran accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Aran in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Aran's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Aran's Primary Practice

    8905 SW 87th Ave Ste 100

    Miami, FL 33176

    (305) 667-8686

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    Dr. Fernando Aran's Practice 2

    8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 101E

    Palmetto Bay, FL 33176

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    Dr. Fernando Aran's Practice 3

    8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 101E

    Miami, FL 33176

    (305) 667-8686

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 12 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    76% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Fernando Aran an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Aran has been rated and reviewed by 12 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Aran, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AOFAS

    Member

    2020

    AAOS

    Candidate Member

    2015

    Awards

    Helen and Isidore Sacks Memorial Prize- Outstanding Senior Thesis

    Princeton University

    Publications

    Managing Complications of Foot and Ankle Surgery: Chapter 11 Acute Achilles Tendon Failure

    Elsevier, January 2022

    Apply basic orthopedic principles to TAA in stage 4 acquired flatfoot deformity

    Orthopedics Today, January 2021

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

    Dr. Aran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235516907.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aran?

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

    What is Dr. Fernando Aran's specialty?

    Dr. Aran is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Miami, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Aran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fernando Aran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aran is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Miami, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, West Kendall Baptist 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 Fernando Aran accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Aran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fernando Aran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aran's office at (305) 667-8686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fernando Aran?

    Please contact Dr. Aran's office at (305) 667-8686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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