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Dr. Brian Kistler, MD

Santa Maria, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kistler, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Brian Kistler, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kistler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kistler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kistler’s office at (805) 349-9545.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Kistler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kistler treat?

    As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Kistler 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. Kistler. 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:

    • Osteoporosis with Femur Fracture
    • Osteoporosis-related Left Femur Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Osteoporosis
    • Fragility Fracture of Femur
    • Osteoporotic Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Weak Bone Fracture in Thigh
    • Fragility fracture of left femur
    • Left femur break due to weak bones
    • Pathological left femur fracture
    • Left femur bone fracture from osteoporosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M80051A: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, right femur, initial encounter for fracture
    • M80052A: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, left femur, initial encounter for fracture
    • M80051D: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, right femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Left Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture
    • Left Femur Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Broken Ankle
    • Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Bimalleolar Fracture
    • Ankle Break
    • Fractured Ankle
    • Malleolar Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82841D: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S82842D: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Broken Shin Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Break
    • Tibial Plateau Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does Dr. Kistler perform?

    As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Kistler 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. Kistler. 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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Kistler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kistler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 349-9545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kistler accept in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Kistler in Santa Maria, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kistler's office located?

    Dr. Brian Kistler's Primary Practice

    2342 Professional Pkwy Ste 200

    Santa Maria, CA 93455

    (805) 349-9545

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    Dr. Brian Kistler's Practice 2

    862 Meinecke Ave Ste 100

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

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    Dr. Brian Kistler's Practice 3

    6620 Fly Rd Ste 100

    East Syracuse, NY 13057

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

    Dr. Kistler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043473507.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kistler?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Kistler's specialty?

    Dr. Kistler is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Santa Maria, CA. Contact Dr. Kistler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Kistler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kistler is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?

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    Is Brian Kistler accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Kistler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Kistler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kistler's office at (805) 349-9545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Kistler?

    Please contact Dr. Kistler's office at (805) 349-9545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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