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Dr. Alan Ladd, MD

Dr. Alan Ladd, MD

Indianapolis, IN

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ladd, Pediatric Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Alan Ladd, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Ladd graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; In Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Ladd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ladd’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ladd’s office at (317) 274-4491.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ladd?

    Dr. Alan Ladd, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Ladd empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neonatal Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis/IN community, Dr. Ladd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

    • Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; In Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals | Indiana University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ladd board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Ladd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ladd speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ladd treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Ladd 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. Ladd. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties
    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pigeon Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Carinatum
    • Keel Chest
    • Protruding Breastbone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q677: Pectus carinatum

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Gastroschisis
    • Birth Defects
    • Abdominal wall defect
    • Intestines outside body at birth
    • Bowel protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q793: Gastroschisis

    Also known as:

    • Hirschsprung's Disease
    • Birth Defects
    • Colonic Disease
    • Hirschsprung disease
    • Congenital Megacolon
    • Aganglionic Megacolon
    • Hirschsprung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q431: Hirschsprung's disease

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Sinus
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Tailbone Sinus
    • Sacrococcygeal Sinus
    • Pilonidal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0592: Pilonidal sinus without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Stomach or Duodenum Fistula
    • Fistulas
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastroduodenal Fistula
    • Abdominal Fistula
    • Digestive Tract Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K316: Fistula of stomach and duodenum

    What procedures does Dr. Ladd perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Ladd 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. Ladd. 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:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Infant Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Preterm Infant
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Baby Groin Hernia Repair
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Surgery (Infant)
    • Hydrocelectomy with Hernia Repair (Infant)
    • Baby Hernia Surgery
    • Infant Groin Hernia Repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49495: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, full term infant younger than age 6 months, or preterm infant older than 50 weeks postconception age and younger than age 6 months at the time of surgery, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49491: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, preterm infant (younger than 37 weeks gestation at birth), performed from birth up to 50 weeks postconception age, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
    • Keyhole Stomach Opening
    • Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
    • Stamm Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Closure of Stomach Tube Opening
    • Gastrostomy Closure
    • Stomach Stoma Closure
    • G-tube Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43870: Closure of gastrostomy, surgical

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
    • Tailbone Cyst Surgery
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
    • 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Does Dr. Ladd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ladd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 274-4491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ladd accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Ladd in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Iowa Health System

    • MedImpact

    • State of Indiana

    • State of Virginia

    • Unified Group Services

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    Where is Dr. Ladd's office located?

    Dr. Alan Ladd's Primary Practice

    702 Barnhill Dr Ste 2500

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (317) 274-4491

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    Dr. Alan Ladd's Practice 2

    2001 W 86th St

    Indianapolis, IN 46260

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    Dr. Alan Ladd's Practice 3

    8040 Clearvista Pkwy Ste 460

    Indianapolis, IN 46256

    (317) 621-2660

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

    Dr. Ladd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437129434.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ladd?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Ladd's specialty?

    Dr. Ladd is a Pediatric Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Ladd to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Ladd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ladd is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health, Community Hospital East. 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

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    Is Alan Ladd accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Ladd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Ladd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ladd's office at (317) 274-4491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Ladd?

    Please contact Dr. Ladd's office at (317) 274-4491 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Ladd have?

    Dr. Alan Ladd is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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