23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Carr, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. James Carr, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Carr graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed his residency at Via Christi Regional Medical Center - St Francis - Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Carr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carr’s office at (805) 547-2800.
Where did Dr. Carr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Via Christi Regional Medical Center - St Francis - Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
What languages does Dr. Carr speak?
Dr. Carr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carr treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Carr 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. Carr. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Neck Disc Degeneration at C5-C6
- Neck Disc Degeneration at C6-C7
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
- Degenerative Disc Disease at C5-C6
- Worn C5-C6 Disc
- C5-C6 Disc Wear and Tear
- Degenerative Disc Disease at C6-C7
- Worn C6-C7 Disc
- C6-C7 Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
- M50322: Other cervical disc degeneration at C5-C6 level
- M50323: Other cervical disc degeneration at C6-C7 level
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Spine Condition of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbar spondylopathy
- lower back spinal inflammation
- lumbar spondyloarthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4696: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
- Discogenic Lumbar Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Scoliosis of unknown cause
- Primary scoliosis
- Unspecified idiopathic scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4120: Other idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Inflammation of the Neck Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylitis
- Neck Arthritis
- Inflammatory Neck Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4692: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
Which procedures does Dr. Carr perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. James Carr 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. Carr's office.
Does Dr. Carr accept my insurance?
Dr. Carr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 547-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carr accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Carr in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Coastal
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carr's office located?
Dr. James Carr's Primary Practice
1551 Bishop St Ste 220
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 547-2800
What is Dr. Carr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720197353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carr
What is Dr. James Carr's specialty?
Dr. Carr is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Carr to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Carr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Twin Cities. 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
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Is James Carr accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Carr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Carr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (805) 547-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Carr?
Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (805) 547-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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