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Dr. Allan Peljovich, MD

Atlanta, GA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peljovich, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Allan Peljovich, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Peljovich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peljovich’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peljovich’s office at (404) 255-0226.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Peljovich?

    Dr. Allan Peljovich, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Peljovich empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brachial Plexus Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Congenital Limb Deformities, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Peljovich is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Peljovich speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Peljovich treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Peljovich 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. Peljovich. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
    • M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Contracture
    • Left Hand Contracture
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Joint Disorder
    • Stiff Right Hand
    • Right Hand Joint Stiffness
    • Limited Right Hand Movement
    • Stiff Left Hand
    • Left Hand Joint Stiffness
    • Limited Left Hand Movement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M24541: Contracture, right hand
    • M24542: Contracture, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
    • M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Joint
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Rigidity
    • Limited Joint Movement
    • Reduced Joint Flexibility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2560: Stiffness of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury from Birth
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Erb's palsy
    • Newborn arm nerve injury
    • Shoulder nerve damage from birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P143: Other brachial plexus birth injuries

    Also known as:

    • Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Right Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Right Elbow Nerve Pain
    • Right Funny Bone Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    What procedures does Dr. Peljovich perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Peljovich 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. Peljovich. 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Webbed Finger Repair with Skin Grafts
    • Webbed Finger Repair with Skin Flaps
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
    • Hand Muscle Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
    • Syndactyly Correction
    • Finger Separation Surgery
    • Web Finger Reconstruction
    • Syndactyly Repair
    • Web Finger Surgery
    • Separation of Fused Fingers
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
    • Hand Tumor Excision
    • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
    • Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Tumor Removal
    • Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
    • Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
    • Intrinsic Muscle Release
    • Hand Tendon Release
    • Muscle Lengthening Hand

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
    • 26561: Repair of syndactyly (web finger) each web space; with skin flaps and grafts
    • 26560: Repair of syndactyly (web finger) each web space; with skin flaps
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
    • 26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
    • 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
    • 26593: Release, intrinsic muscles of hand, each muscle

    Also known as:

    • Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
    • Forearm or Wrist Tendon Release
    • Forearm or Wrist Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
    • Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
    • Tendon Graft (Forearm)
    • Flexor Tendon Transfer
    • Extensor Tendon Transfer
    • Open tenotomy
    • Flexor tendon release
    • Extensor tendon release
    • Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Flexor Tendon Surgery
    • Extensor Tendon Surgery
    • Wrist Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon
    • 25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
    • 25280: Lengthening or shortening of flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon

    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:

    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

    Also known as:

    • Extra Finger or Toe Reconstruction
    • Polydactyly Repair
    • Digit Reconstruction Surgery
    • Extra Digit Removal and Reshaping
    • Congenital Hand/Foot Anomaly Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 26587: Reconstruction of polydactylous digit, soft tissue and bone

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
    • Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
    • Unstable finger fracture repair
    • Thumb bone fracture treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Skeletal Traction
    • Pin Traction
    • Wire Traction
    • Bone Traction

    CPT Codes:

    • 20650: Insertion of wire or pin with application of skeletal traction, including removal (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
    • Finger Joint Capsulectomy
    • Finger Joint Capsulotomy
    • Interphalangeal Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint

    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:

    • Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
    • Arm Tendon Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Release
    • Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
    • Tendon Extension Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Forearm Bone Shortening Surgery
    • Radius Shortening Osteotomy
    • Ulna Shortening Procedure
    • Forearm Bone Reshaping

    CPT Codes:

    • 25390: Osteoplasty, radius OR ulna; shortening

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
    • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
    • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
    • Hand Lump Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Blade Fixation (Scapulopexy)
    • Sprengel's Deformity Repair
    • Scapula Stabilization Surgery
    • Shoulder Blade Repositioning

    CPT Codes:

    • 23400: Scapulopexy (eg, Sprengels deformity or for paralysis)

    Also known as:

    • Forearm and Wrist Fasciotomy
    • Compartment syndrome release (forearm/wrist)
    • Forearm decompression surgery
    • Wrist fasciotomy
    • Release of pressure in forearm

    CPT Codes:

    • 25024: Decompression fasciotomy, forearm and/or wrist, flexor AND extensor compartment; without debridement of nonviable muscle and/or nerve

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Nerve Release Surgery (Microscope)
    • Ulnar Nerve Repair or Repositioning at Wrist
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning
    • Internal Neurolysis
    • Microscopic Nerve Release
    • Nerve Decompression Surgery
    • Ulnar nerve neuroplasty wrist
    • Ulnar nerve transposition wrist
    • Wrist ulnar nerve release

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural
    • 64727: Internal neurolysis, requiring use of operating microscope (List separately in addition to code for neuroplasty) (Neuroplasty includes external neurolysis)
    • 64719: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at wrist

    Also known as:

    • Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
    • Open Neuroplasty
    • Brachial Plexus Neuroplasty
    • Arm Nerve Surgery
    • Shoulder Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Decompression

    CPT Codes:

    • 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
    • 64713: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; brachial plexus

    Also known as:

    • First Stage of Nerve Transfer Surgery
    • Nerve Pedicle Graft (Stage 1)
    • Nerve Transfer Procedure (Initial)
    • Nerve Reconstruction (First Stage)
    • Peripheral Nerve Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 64905: Nerve pedicle transfer; first stage

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Does Dr. Peljovich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peljovich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 255-0226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peljovich accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Peljovich in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peljovich's office located?

    Dr. Allan Peljovich's Primary Practice

    980 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 1020

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 255-0226

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    Dr. Allan Peljovich's Practice 2

    2020 Peachtree Rd NW

    Atlanta, GA 30309

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    Dr. Allan Peljovich's Practice 3

    1441 Clifton Rd NE Ste 101

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

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

    Dr. Peljovich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235187790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peljovich?

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

    What is Dr. Allan Peljovich's specialty?

    Dr. Peljovich is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Peljovich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Allan Peljovich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Peljovich is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Allan Peljovich accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Allan Peljovich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allan Peljovich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peljovich's office at (404) 255-0226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Allan Peljovich?

    Please contact Dr. Peljovich's office at (404) 255-0226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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