Dr. Alan Kawaguchi, MD
Stockton, CA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kawaguchi, Orthopedic Surgeon in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Alan Kawaguchi, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Kawaguchi graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Kawaguchi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kawaguchi’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kawaguchi’s office at (209) 948-3333.
Where did Dr. Kawaguchi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | University Ca San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kawaguchi board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alan Kawaguchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kawaguchi speak?
Dr. Kawaguchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kawaguchi treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kawaguchi 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. Kawaguchi. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Kawaguchi perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kawaguchi 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. Kawaguchi. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Knee Joint Manipulation
- Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
- Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kawaguchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kawaguchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 948-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kawaguchi accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Kawaguchi in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kawaguchi's office located?
Dr. Alan Kawaguchi's Primary Practice
2488 N California St
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 948-3333
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Kawaguchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kawaguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245285394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kawaguchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kawaguchi
What is Dr. Alan Kawaguchi's specialty?
Dr. Kawaguchi is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Stockton, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kawaguchi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Kawaguchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kawaguchi is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Alan Kawaguchi accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Kawaguchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Kawaguchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kawaguchi's office at (209) 948-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Kawaguchi?
Please contact Dr. Kawaguchi's office at (209) 948-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Kawaguchi have?
Dr. Alan Kawaguchi is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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