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Dr. Scott Smith, MD

Dr. Scott Smith, MD

Sacramento, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Scott Smith, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons California Orthopedic Association Western Orthopedic Associ. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (916) 262-9440.

    Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery | University of California School of Medicine, Los Angeles | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | University California

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Smith board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis in Right Knee from Injury
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis
    • Right Knee Post-Traumatic Arthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis after Trauma
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease from Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1732: Unilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
    • M1731: Unilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    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:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Scott Smith may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 262-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Smith in Sacramento, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Scott Smith's Primary Practice

    2825 Capitol Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 262-9440

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    Dr. Scott Smith's Practice 2

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons California Orthopedic Association Western Orthopedic Associ

    Member

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356442933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Sacramento, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville 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

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    Is Scott Smith accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (916) 262-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (916) 262-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Smith have?

    Dr. Scott Smith is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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