Dr. Nicholas Abidi, MD
Capitola, CA
Who is Dr. Abidi, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Capitola, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abidi?
Dr. Nicholas Abidi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abidi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ankle Replacement & Revision, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Hip & Knee Replacement, Hip Replacement-Anterior Approach, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Capitola, CA community, Dr. Abidi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Abidi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Orthopedic Surgery; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Abidi board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Abidi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abidi speak?
Dr. Abidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Abidi typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Abidi 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. Abidi. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Abidi typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Abidi 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. Abidi. 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:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
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:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
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
Does Dr. Abidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Abidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 475-4024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abidi accept in Capitola, CA?
Dr. Abidi in Capitola, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Abidi's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Abidi's Primary Practice
4140 Jade St Ste 100
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 475-4024
What hospitals are Dr. Abidi affiliated with?
Dr. Abidi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Abidi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548273758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abidi