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Dr. Kerry Simmonds

Physiatrist

San Diego, CA

    Who is Dr. Simmonds, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kerry Simmonds is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Simmonds is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmonds’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmonds’s office at (858) 755-6024.

    What languages does Dr. Simmonds speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Simmonds typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Simmonds 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. Simmonds. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendonitis
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Heel Cord Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Simmonds typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kerry Simmonds may include:

    Please contact Dr. Simmonds' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Simmonds accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmonds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 755-6024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmonds accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Simmonds in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simmonds' office located?

    Dr. Kerry Simmonds' Primary Practice

    6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2100

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (858) 755-6024

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    Dr. Kerry Simmonds' Practice 2

    530 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Ste G

    Solana Beach, CA 92075

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

    Dr. Simmonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174205207.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmonds?

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

    What is Dr. Kerry Simmonds's specialty?

    Dr. Simmonds is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Kerry Simmonds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Simmonds is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kerry Simmonds accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    No, Dr. Kerry Simmonds is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kerry Simmonds offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmonds' office at (858) 755-6024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kerry Simmonds?

    Please contact Dr. Simmonds' office at (858) 755-6024 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Simmonds' office located?

    Dr. Simmonds' offices are located in San Diego, CA and Solana Beach, CA.