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Dr. Thomas Aleto, MD

Dr. Thomas Aleto, MD

Columbia, MO

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    Who is Dr. Aleto, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbia, MO?

    Dr. Thomas Aleto, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Aleto graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at University of Missouri-Columbia Program. Dr. Aleto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aleto’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aleto’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aleto?

    Dr. Thomas Aleto, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic 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. Aleto empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip & Knee Replacement, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbia/MO community, Dr. Aleto is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Aleto go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Missouri-Columbia Program

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Aleto board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Aleto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Aleto speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Aleto treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aleto 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. Aleto. 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:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip
    • Bilateral knee replacement
    • Both knee prostheses
    • Double knee replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
    • Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral

    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 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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Left Knee Joint Damage from Injury
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Knee Post-Traumatic Arthritis
    • Injured Left Knee Joint
    • Left Knee Arthritis After Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M12562: Traumatic arthropathy, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Arthritis from Injury
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Post-traumatic Right Knee Arthritis
    • Injury-related Right Knee Arthritis
    • Traumatic Right Knee Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M12561: Traumatic arthropathy, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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 Dr. Aleto perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Aleto 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. Aleto. 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:

    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
    • Medial Knee Replacement
    • Lateral Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Resurfacing
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Knee Implant Exchange
    • Partial Knee Replacement Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
    • 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap Replacement Surgery
    • Patellar arthroplasty
    • Kneecap prosthesis
    • Partial knee replacement (patella)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27438: Arthroplasty, patella; with prosthesis

    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:

    • Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Re-do Hip Replacement
    • Total Hip Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft

    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. Aleto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aleto 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. Aleto accept in Columbia, MO?

    Dr. Aleto in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthcare Advantage

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Westrock

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    Where is Dr. Aleto's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Aleto's Primary Practice

    1 S Keene St

    Columbia, MO 65201

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

    Dr. Aleto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881673549.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aleto?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Aleto's specialty?

    Dr. Aleto is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Columbia, MO. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Aleto to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Aleto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Aleto is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boone Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

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    Is Thomas Aleto accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Aleto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Aleto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aleto's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Aleto?

    Please contact Dr. Aleto's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Aleto have?

    Dr. Thomas Aleto is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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