18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gallagher, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Altus, OK?
Dr. John Gallagher, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Altus, OK with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Gallagher completed his residency at Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gallagher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallagher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallagher’s office at (580) 379-9090.
Where did Dr. Gallagher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok
Is Dr. Gallagher board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Gallagher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gallagher speak?
Dr. Gallagher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Gallagher typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right 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:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Gallagher typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
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. Gallagher accept my insurance?
Dr. Gallagher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (580) 379-9090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gallagher accept in Altus, OK?
Dr. Gallagher in Altus, OK 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Gallagher's office located?
What is Dr. Gallagher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gallagher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316987217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallagher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gallagher
What is Dr. John Gallagher's specialty?
Dr. Gallagher is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Altus, OK.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. John Gallagher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gallagher is affiliated with Oklahoma Center For Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery, Southwest 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 John Gallagher accepting new patients in Altus, OK?
Yes, Dr. John Gallagher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Gallagher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (580) 379-9090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Gallagher?
Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (580) 379-9090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Gallagher have?
Dr. John Gallagher is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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