21 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Arkader, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Arkader?
Dr. Alexandre Arkader, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Arkader empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bone Tumors, Fractures, Limb Deformities, Limb Lengthening, Musculoskeletal Tumors, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Arkader is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Arkader go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Technical Educational Foundation Souza Marques School Of Medicine | F.T.E. Souza Marques
What languages does Dr. Arkader speak?
Dr. Arkader and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Portuguese
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Arkader typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Arkader 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. Arkader. 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:
- Bone Cancer of the Left Leg
- Bone Cancer of the Right Leg
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Left Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Left Leg Bone Tumor
- Left Thigh Bone Cancer
- Left Shin Bone Cancer
- Right Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Right Leg Bone Tumor
- Right Thigh Bone Cancer
- Right Shin Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4022: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of left lower limb
- C4021: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Benign Soft Tissue Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous soft tissue growth
- Benign connective tissue tumor
- Soft tissue mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D219: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
- Birth Defects
- Hereditary multiple osteochondromas
- Multiple Congenital Exostoses
- HME
- Bone Spurs
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q786: Multiple congenital exostoses
Also known as:
- Other Bone Disorder in Other Body Areas
- Bone Disease
- Uncommon bone conditions in other sites
- Rare bone diseases in other areas
- Specific bone problems elsewhere
ICD-10 Codes:
- M898X8: Other specified disorders of bone, other site
Also known as:
- Benign Bone and Cartilage Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Non-cancerous bone growth
- Benign cartilage mass
- Non-malignant bone tumor
- Benign growth in bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- D169: Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Arkader typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Arkader 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. Arkader. 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:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
- Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Surgical Bone Biopsy
- Humeral Shaft Biopsy
- Femoral Shaft Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)
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)
Does Dr. Arkader accept my insurance?
Dr. Arkader accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arkader accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Arkader in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Arkader's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Arkader affiliated with?
Dr. Arkader has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Arkader's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arkader's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891993473.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arkader?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arkader