Dr. Victor Joe, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Joe completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Joe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joe’s office at (714) 880-7812.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Joe?
Dr. Victor Joe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Trauma Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Joe empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Burn Care, Trauma, Wound Care, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Orange/CA community, Dr. Joe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Joe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Joe board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Victor Joe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Joe speak?
Dr. Joe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Joe treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Joe 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. Joe. 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 here.
Also known as:
General Burn Injury
Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
Burns
Thermal Injury
Fire Burn
Scald Injury
Thermal injury
Heat burn
Skin burn
Partial thickness burn
Blistering burn
Dermal burn
ICD-10 Codes:
T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter
T23201A: Burn of second degree of right hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
Also known as:
Scars
Hypertrophic Scarring
Keloid Scars
Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
Skin Condition
Scar Tissue
Fibrotic Skin
Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
Left Lower Leg Open Wound
Wounds and Injuries
Left Lower Leg Injury
Left Calf Wound
Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
Open wound on foot
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Wounds and Injuries
Foot cut
Foot gash
Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
S91302D: Unspecified open wound, left foot, subsequent encounter
What procedures does Dr. Joe perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Joe 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. Joe. 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 here.
16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
Artificial skin graft
Wound covering application
Skin replacement for large wounds
Autologous Skin Graft
Partial Thickness Skin Graft
Skin Transplant
Autograft Skin Transplant
Skin Grafting for Large Areas
Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
Surgery
Surgical Wound Debridement
Burn Eschar Excision
Scar Contracture Release
Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
Surgery
Wound Bed Preparation
Burn Eschar Excision
Scar Contracture Release
Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Does Dr. Joe accept my insurance?
Dr. Joe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 880-7812 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joe accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Joe in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Joe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164539953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joe
What is Dr. Victor Joe's specialty?
Dr. Joe is a Trauma Surgeon near Orange, CA.
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Joe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victor Joe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Joe is affiliated with UCI 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
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Is Victor Joe accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Joe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Joe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joe's office at (714) 880-7812 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Joe?
Please contact Dr. Joe's office at (714) 880-7812 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Joe have?
Dr. Victor Joe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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