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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. Dr. Ganong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganong’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ganong typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar 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
What procedures does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ganong typically perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ganong 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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.
What does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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, Renown 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
When to see a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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