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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sterling, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Spencer Sterling is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office at (562) 531-2550.
What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?
Dr. Sterling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sterling typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sterling typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?
Dr. Sterling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 531-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sterling accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Sterling in Lakewood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?
What is Dr. Sterling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932849528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterling
What is Dr. Spencer Sterling's specialty?
Dr. Sterling is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Lakewood, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Spencer Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sterling is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Spencer Sterling accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Spencer Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Spencer Sterling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (562) 531-2550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Spencer Sterling?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (562) 531-2550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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