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Dr. John Elfar, MD
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
,Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
,Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist
,Orthopedic Surgeon
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elfar, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. John Elfar, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Elfar graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Elfar is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elfar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elfar’s office at (520) 694-8000.
Where did Dr. Elfar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Elfar board certified in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Elfar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Elfar speak?
Dr. Elfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Elfar treat?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Elfar 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. Elfar. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- 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
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Right Wrist Bone
- Distal Right Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
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 Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
Also known as:
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Tennis Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylalgia
- Elbow Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow
Which procedures does Dr. Elfar perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. John Elfar may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elfar's office.
Does Dr. Elfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Elfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elfar accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Elfar in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elfar's office located?
Dr. John Elfar's Primary Practice
707 N Alvernon Way Ste 205
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 694-8000
What is Dr. Elfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831108570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elfar
What is Dr. John Elfar's specialty?
Dr. Elfar is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. 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. Elfar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Elfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elfar is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 John Elfar accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. John Elfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Elfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elfar's office at (520) 694-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Elfar?
Please contact Dr. Elfar's office at (520) 694-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Elfar have?
Dr. John Elfar is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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