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Dr. Francis Bustos

Encino, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bustos, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Encino, CA?

    Dr. Francis Bustos is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bustos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bustos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bustos’s office at (661) 254-6364.

    What languages does Dr. Bustos speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bustos typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bustos 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. Bustos. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
    • Right partial shoulder tendon tear
    • Right rotator cuff strain
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bustos typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bustos 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. Bustos. 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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    Does Dr. Bustos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bustos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 254-6364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bustos accept in Encino, CA?

    Dr. Bustos in Encino, 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 Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bustos' office located?

    Dr. Francis Bustos' Primary Practice

    16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 1150

    Encino, CA 91436

    (661) 254-6364

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    Dr. Francis Bustos' Practice 2

    18300 Roscoe Blvd

    Northridge, CA 91325

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    Dr. Francis Bustos' Practice 3

    1313 W 8th St Ste 100

    Los Angeles, CA 90017

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

    Dr. Bustos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386179612.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bustos?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Bustos's specialty?

    Dr. Bustos is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Encino, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Francis Bustos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bustos is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist. 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 Francis Bustos accepting new patients in Encino, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Bustos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francis Bustos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bustos's office at (661) 254-6364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francis Bustos?

    Please contact Dr. Bustos's office at (661) 254-6364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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