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Who is Dr. Kurnik, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Christopher Kurnik, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Placerville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kurnik is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurnik’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurnik’s office at (530) 344-2070.
What languages does Dr. Kurnik speak?
Dr. Kurnik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kurnik treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kurnik 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. Kurnik. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
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:
- 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:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Kurnik perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Kurnik 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. Kurnik's office.
Does Dr. Kurnik accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurnik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 344-2070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurnik accept in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Kurnik in Placerville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kurnik's office located?
Dr. Christopher Kurnik's Primary Practice
4300 Golden Center Dr Ste C
Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 344-2070
Dr. Christopher Kurnik's Practice 2
5137 Golden Foothill Pkwy Ste 120
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(530) 344-2070
Dr. Christopher Kurnik's Practice 3
Msc Orthopedics 1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
What is Dr. Kurnik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurnik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235663857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurnik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurnik
What is Dr. Christopher Kurnik's specialty?
Dr. Kurnik is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Placerville, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Kurnik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kurnik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurnik is affiliated with Marshall Hospital 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 Christopher Kurnik accepting new patients in Placerville, CA?
No, Dr. Christopher Kurnik is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kurnik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurnik's office at (530) 344-2070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kurnik?
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