38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Loren, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Gregory Loren, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Loren graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Southern Ca Orth Inst, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Loren is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loren’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loren’s office at (760) 943-6700.
Where did Dr. Loren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Southern Ca Orth Inst, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | Kaiser Permanente Southern California Program
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Loren board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Loren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Loren speak?
Dr. Loren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Loren treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Loren 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. Loren. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
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
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does Dr. Loren perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Loren 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. Loren. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 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
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
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)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
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:
- 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:
- 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. Loren accept my insurance?
Dr. Loren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 943-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Loren accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Loren in Encinitas, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hackensack Meridian Health
HealthComp
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Loren's office located?
Dr. Gregory Loren's Primary Practice
332 Santa Fe Dr Ste 110
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 943-6700
What is Dr. Loren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Loren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578655106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Loren
What is Dr. Gregory Loren's specialty?
Dr. Loren is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Encinitas, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Loren to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Loren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Loren is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gregory Loren accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Loren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Loren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Loren's office at (760) 943-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Loren?
Please contact Dr. Loren's office at (760) 943-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Loren have?
Dr. Gregory Loren is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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