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Who is Dr. Decarlo, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Christopher Decarlo, MD is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Decarlo completed his residency at Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Decarlo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Decarlo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decarlo’s office at (714) 751-8110.
Where did Dr. Decarlo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Decarlo speak?
Dr. Decarlo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Decarlo treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Decarlo 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. Decarlo. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Sprain of Lower Back Ligaments
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar Spine Sprain
- Stretched Lower Back Ligaments
- Lower Back Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S335XXA: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Knee Sprain
- Sprained Left Ankle
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Ligament Strain
- Twisted Knee
- Knee Ligament Injury
- Left Ankle Sprain
- Left Ankle Ligament Injury
- Twisted Left Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- S8391XA: Sprain of unspecified site of right knee, initial encounter
- S93402A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of left ankle, initial encounter
- S8392XA: Sprain of unspecified site of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Neck Sprain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Cervical Ligament Sprain
- Whiplash
- Strained Neck Ligaments
ICD-10 Codes:
- S134XXA: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Knee Bruise
- Bruises
- Right knee contusion
- Right knee ecchymosis
- Black and blue right knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S8001XA: Contusion of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
What procedures does Dr. Decarlo perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Decarlo 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. Decarlo. 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:
- Knee Strapping
- Knee Taping
- Knee Support Application
- Therapeutic Knee Strapping
CPT Codes:
- 29530: Strapping; knee
Also known as:
- Shoulder Strapping
- Velpeau Bandage Application
- Shoulder Taping
- Shoulder Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29240: Strapping; shoulder (eg, Velpeau)
Also known as:
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Needle Therapy
- Acupuncture Session
CPT Codes:
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Does Dr. Decarlo accept my insurance?
Dr. Decarlo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 751-8110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Decarlo accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Decarlo in Costa Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Bostsford Hospital
Centene
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
United States Department of Labor
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Decarlo's office located?
Dr. Christopher Decarlo's Primary Practice
1520 Nutmeg Pl Ste 110
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 751-8110
What is Dr. Decarlo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Decarlo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851474852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decarlo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Decarlo
What is Dr. Christopher Decarlo's specialty?
Dr. Decarlo is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near Costa Mesa, CA. A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise. Contact Dr. Decarlo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Decarlo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Decarlo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Decarlo accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Decarlo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Decarlo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Decarlo's office at (714) 751-8110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Decarlo?
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