- Orthopedic Surgeons
- CA
- Porter Ranch, CA
- Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD
Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 43
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Porter Ranch, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ferkel has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine|Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Encino Hospital Medical Center and Northridge Hospital Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

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19950 Rinaldi St # 100 Porter Ranch, CA 91326Make an Appointment
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
- Orthopedic Surgery
Education
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Named a top doctor in LA by Los Angeles Magazine, 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What are Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Ferkel specializes in Ankle & Foot Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD treat?
Dr. Ferkel frequently treats the following conditions: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain, Runner's Knee, and Ankle Sprains and Strains. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD's office address?
Dr. Ferkel's office is located at 19950 Rinaldi St # 100, Porter Ranch, CA 91326. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD fluent in?
Dr. Ferkel is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Ferkel provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center and Northridge Hospital Medical Center.
Is Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD holds board certifications in Orthopedic Surgery.
How much experience does Dr. Eric Ferkel, MD have?
Dr. Ferkel has over 14 years of healthcare experience.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Ferkel
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Ferkel treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Ferkel treats other conditions, please contact the office at (818) 901-6600.
Ankle & Foot Surgery
Ankle and foot specialists diagnose and treat localized conditions such as arthritis, bunions, nerve damage, and plantar fasciitis through procedures including medication, physical therapy, and surgery.Compare with other Ankle & Foot Surgery specialists.
Dr. Ferkel is experienced in the area of Ankle & Foot Surgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Knee & Lower Limb Surgery
Knee and lower limb surgeons perform procedures such as total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, and tendor repair, to treat conditions including arthritis, ligament tears, or bone fractures.Compare with other Knee & Lower Limb Surgery specialists.
Dr. Ferkel is experienced in the area of Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Ferkel's conditions and procedures:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Disorders
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Laxity
- Ankle Ligament Rupture
- Ankle Misalignment
- Ankle Sprain
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
- Arthroscopic Knee Shaving
- Avascular Necrosis
- Avulsion Fracture
- Back Pain
- Baker’s Cyst
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Calcaneus Fracture
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cartilage Damage
- Cartilage Degeneration
- Cartilage Disorders
- Cartilage Regeneration
- Cartilage Tear
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Clavicle Fracture
- Colles' Fracture
- Complex Fractures
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Compound Fracture
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Difficulty With Walking
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
- Extra-Articular Fracture
- Femur Fracture
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Foot Injuries
- Foot Sprain
- Fracture
- Fracture Care
- Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
- Fractured Lower Leg
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Gout
- Hammer Toe
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Heel Spur
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Sprain
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Intra-Articular Fracture
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Fracture
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Sprain
- Knee Tendinitis
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lupus
- McMurray's Test
- Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
- Meniscus Injuries
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Fracture
- Morton's Neuroma
- Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Osgood Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Toe
- Osteochondritis
- Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of Tarsal Bone
- Osteopenia
- Patella Tendon Tears
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pediatric Ankle Fractures
- Pediatric Fractures
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Ruptured Tendon
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Sever's Disease
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Simple Fracture Care and Casting
- Spine Disorders
- Sports Injuries of the Knee
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stress Fracture
- Stress Fracture of Foot
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Systemic Chondromalacia
- Tendon Disorders
- Tendon Injuries
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Tibia Fracture
- Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
- Toe Fractures
- Torn Cartilage
- Turf Toe
- Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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Dr. Ferkel accepts
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Dr. Ferkel accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
- Bronze w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Dignity Health Custom Advantage-CA HMO
- Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
- Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
- Gold (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
- Gold Advantage-CA PPO
- Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
- Gold Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP) - Prudent Buyer-CA PPO
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Platinum (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
- Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Select-CA PPO
- Silver (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
- Silver EPO w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer/Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Silver Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Tenet Network-CA PPO
- Traditional
- Traditional PPO
- UC Care-CA PPO
- UC CORE-CA PPO
- UC Health Savings Plan-CA
- UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA
- UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
- UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
- UCSHIP-CA PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Health Net
- Humana
- Medicare
- Motion Picture Industry Health Plan
- MultiPlan
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
Locations
Southern California Orthopedic Institute
Southern California Orthopedic Institute
Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Ferkel is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
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Award Highlight: America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
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