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Dr. Alex Gornitzky, MD

Ann Arbor, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gornitzky, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Alex Gornitzky, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gornitzky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gornitzky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gornitzky’s office at (734) 936-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Gornitzky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Gornitzky typically treat?

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

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    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:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Gornitzky typically perform?

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

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Hand and Forearm Cast Application
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast
    • Gauntlet Cast
    • Wrist and Forearm Cast
    • Hand Cast
    • Lower Arm Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
    • 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)

    Also known as:

    • Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
    • Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
    • Clubfoot Correction with Cast
    • Serial Casting for Clubfoot

    CPT Codes:

    • 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    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:

    • Full Arm or Leg Cast Removal
    • Bivalving a cast
    • Cutting off a cast
    • Cast splitting

    CPT Codes:

    • 29705: Removal or bivalving; full arm or full leg cast

    Does Dr. Gornitzky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gornitzky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gornitzky accept in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Gornitzky in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gornitzky's office located?

    Dr. Alex Gornitzky's Primary Practice

    1500 E Medical Center Dr

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

    (734) 936-4000

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    Dr. Alex Gornitzky's Practice 2

    7500 Challis Rd

    Brighton, MI 48116

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    Dr. Alex Gornitzky's Practice 3

    1051 N Canton Center Rd

    Canton, MI 48187

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

    Dr. Gornitzky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487016739.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gornitzky?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Gornitzky's specialty?

    Dr. Gornitzky is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Ann Arbor, MI.

    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. Alex Gornitzky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gornitzky is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Bronson Lakeview 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 Alex Gornitzky accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Gornitzky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Gornitzky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gornitzky's office at (734) 936-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alex Gornitzky?

    Please contact Dr. Gornitzky's office at (734) 936-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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