27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peppers, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Timothy Peppers, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Peppers completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Peppers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peppers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peppers’s office at (760) 230-5188.
Where did Dr. Peppers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Florida Neck and Back Institute, Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Loma Linda University Medical Center
Is Dr. Peppers board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Peppers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2000
What languages does Dr. Peppers speak?
Dr. Peppers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Peppers typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Peppers 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. Peppers. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Peppers typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Peppers 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. Peppers. 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:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Peppers accept my insurance?
Dr. Peppers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 230-5188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peppers accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Peppers in Encinitas, 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peppers' office located?
Dr. Timothy Peppers' Primary Practice
320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 308
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 230-5188
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Peppers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peppers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437241981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peppers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peppers
What is Dr. Timothy Peppers's specialty?
Dr. Peppers is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Encinitas, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Timothy Peppers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peppers is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Timothy Peppers accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Peppers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Peppers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peppers's office at (760) 230-5188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Peppers?
Please contact Dr. Peppers's office at (760) 230-5188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Peppers have?
Dr. Timothy Peppers is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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