Dr. Michael Simpson, MD
Wasilla, AK
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Simpson, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Wasilla, AK?
Dr. Michael Simpson, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wasilla, AK with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Simpson graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed his residency at Brooke Army Medical Center. Dr. Simpson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simpson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simpson’s office at (719) 570-7272.
Where did Dr. Simpson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Campbell Clinic
Residency: Brooke Army Medical Center
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Medical Center Of Iran
Is Dr. Simpson board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Simpson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Simpson speak?
Dr. Simpson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Simpson treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Simpson 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. Simpson. 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:
- Shoulder and Upper Arm Strain
- Left Shoulder and Upper Arm Strain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Shoulder Muscle
- Upper Arm Muscle Strain
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Pulled left arm muscle
- Left shoulder muscle strain
- Left upper arm tendon strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46911A: Strain of unspecified muscle, fascia and tendon at shoulder and upper arm level, right arm, initial encounter
- S46912A: Strain of unspecified muscle, fascia and tendon at shoulder and upper arm level, left arm, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
- S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does Dr. Simpson perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Simpson 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. Simpson. 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
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)
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 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])
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 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
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
- Ankle Debridement
- Ankle Scope Surgery
- Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
- 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Leg Tendon Repair
- Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
- Triceps tendon repair surgery
- Tendon graft for arm
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
- Flexor Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Reconstruction Leg
CPT Codes:
- 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
- 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Heel Bone Removal
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Calcaneus Ostectomy
- Heel Bone Resection
- Foot Bone Removal
- Calcaneal Bone Excision
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;
Also known as:
- Leg Extensor Tendon Repair
- Lower Leg Tendon Repair
- Extensor Tendon Fix (Leg)
- Primary Leg Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27664: Repair, extensor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
- Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
- Metatarsal Fixation
- Broken Foot Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
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;
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 Release
- Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
- Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
- Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon
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:
- 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:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Simpson accept my insurance?
Dr. Simpson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 570-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simpson accept in Wasilla, AK?
Dr. Simpson in Wasilla, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CCMSI
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
United States Department of Labor
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simpson's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Michael Simpson a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Simpson has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Simpson, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Simpson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simpson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457373011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simpson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simpson
What is Dr. Michael Simpson's specialty?
Dr. Simpson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Wasilla, AK. 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. Simpson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Simpson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Simpson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - St. Thomas More Hospital, Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital, Mt. San Rafael Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michael Simpson accepting new patients in Wasilla, AK?
Yes, Dr. Michael Simpson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Simpson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simpson's office at (719) 570-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Simpson?
Please contact Dr. Simpson's office at (719) 570-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Simpson have?
Dr. Michael Simpson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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