20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cuenca, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Rachel Cuenca, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Cuenca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuenca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuenca’s office at (210) 704-3030.
Is Dr. Cuenca board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Cuenca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cuenca speak?
Dr. Cuenca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cuenca typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cuenca 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. Cuenca. 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:
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Teenage Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
- Adolescent Curved Spine
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
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:
- 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:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cuenca typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cuenca 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. Cuenca. 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:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
- Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
- Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
- Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
- Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
- Clavicle Fracture Management
- Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Radial Neck Fracture Care
- Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
- Forearm Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
- 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
- 24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Cuenca accept my insurance?
Dr. Cuenca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cuenca accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Cuenca in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cuenca's office located?
Dr. Rachel Cuenca's Primary Practice
333 N Santa Rosa Ste 900
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 704-3030
What is Dr. Cuenca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cuenca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346345147.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuenca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cuenca
What is Dr. Rachel Cuenca's specialty?
Dr. Cuenca is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Rachel Cuenca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cuenca is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rachel Cuenca accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Cuenca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Cuenca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cuenca's office at (210) 704-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Cuenca?
Please contact Dr. Cuenca's office at (210) 704-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Cuenca have?
Dr. Rachel Cuenca is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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