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Dr. Alexander Caughran, MD

Huntington, WV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caughran, Orthopedic Surgeon in Huntington, WV?

    Dr. Alexander Caughran, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Huntington, WV with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Caughran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caughran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caughran’s office at (304) 691-1262.

    What languages does Dr. Caughran speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Caughran treat?

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in 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:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    What procedures does Dr. Caughran perform?

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

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
    • Sleep Oxygen Test
    • Nocturnal Oximetry
    • Overnight O2 Saturation Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Vital Capacity Test
    • Lung Function Tests
    • Spirometry
    • Lung volume test
    • Forced vital capacity

    CPT Codes:

    • 94150: Vital capacity, total (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Caughran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caughran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 691-1262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caughran accept in Huntington, WV?

    Dr. Caughran in Huntington, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • HealthComp

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Caughran's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Caughran's Primary Practice

    1600 Medical Center Dr Ste G500

    Huntington, WV 25701

    (304) 691-1262

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    Dr. Alexander Caughran's Practice 2

    300 Corporate Center Dr

    Scott Depot, WV 25560

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    Dr. Alexander Caughran's Practice 3

    2400 13th St

    Ashland, KY 41102

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

    Dr. Caughran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750640991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caughran?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Caughran's specialty?

    Dr. Caughran is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Huntington, WV. 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. Caughran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Caughran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caughran is affiliated with Cabell Huntington Hospital, St. Mary's Medical Center - Huntington, WV, UK King's Daughters Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center, CAMC General 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 Alexander Caughran accepting new patients in Huntington, WV?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Caughran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Caughran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caughran's office at (304) 691-1262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Caughran?

    Please contact Dr. Caughran's office at (304) 691-1262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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