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Dr. Steven Hollstien, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hollstien, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Steven Hollstien, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Hollstien graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Tucson Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Hollstien is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hollstien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hollstien’s office at (805) 967-9311.

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

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Tucson Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Hollstien board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Hollstien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hollstien speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Hollstien typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Hollstien 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. Hollstien. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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 Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Hollstien typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Hollstien 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. Hollstien. 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)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Hollstien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hollstien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 967-9311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hollstien accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Hollstien in Santa Barbara, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hollstien's office located?

    Dr. Steven Hollstien's Primary Practice

    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 150

    Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    (805) 967-9311

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

    Dr. Hollstien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912087040.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hollstien?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Hollstien's specialty?

    Dr. Hollstien is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is this Dr. Steven Hollstien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hollstien is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Steven Hollstien accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Hollstien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Hollstien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hollstien's office at (805) 967-9311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Hollstien?

    Please contact Dr. Hollstien's office at (805) 967-9311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Hollstien have?

    Dr. Steven Hollstien is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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