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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ganong, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Truckee, CA?
Dr. Alison Ganong, MD is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Truckee, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ganong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganong’s office.
Where did Dr. Ganong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nevada Reno
What languages does Dr. Ganong speak?
Dr. Ganong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ganong treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ganong 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. Ganong. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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 of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- 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
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Limb Enthesopathy
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M76899: Other specified enthesopathies of unspecified lower limb, excluding foot
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Ganong perform as a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Ganong may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ganong's office.
Does Dr. Ganong accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ganong accept in Truckee, CA?
Dr. Ganong in Truckee, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Ganong's office located?
What is Dr. Ganong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ganong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790965960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ganong
What is Dr. Alison Ganong's specialty?
Dr. Ganong is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near Truckee, CA. A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise. Contact Dr. Ganong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alison Ganong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ganong is affiliated with Tahoe Forest Hospital, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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 Alison Ganong accepting new patients in Truckee, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Ganong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Ganong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ganong's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Ganong?
Please contact Dr. Ganong's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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