Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murphy, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Murphy, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Murphy completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine. Dr. Murphy is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murphy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murphy’s office at (858) 571-0606.
Where did Dr. Murphy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Murphy board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Murphy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Murphy speak?
Dr. Murphy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murphy typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murphy typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
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
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Murphy accept my insurance?
Dr. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 571-0606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murphy accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Murphy in San Diego, 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
Assurant
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?
Dr. Paul Murphy's Primary Practice
5471 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 200
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 571-0606
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
30% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Paul Murphy a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Murphy has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Murphy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Murphy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265543615.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murphy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murphy
What is Dr. Paul Murphy's specialty?
Dr. Murphy is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near San Diego, 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. Paul Murphy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Paul Murphy accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Murphy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Murphy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (858) 571-0606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Murphy?
Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (858) 571-0606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Murphy have?
Dr. Paul Murphy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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