Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwartz, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schwartz?
Dr. Alexandra Schwartz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schwartz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fractures-Complex, Fractures-Non Union, Fractures-Stress, Pelvic & Acetabular Fractures, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Schwartz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Schwartz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | University Ca Los Angeles/Harbor Med Center
Medical School: UC Los Angeles, School of Medicine, Los Angeles | Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance | University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle | Chief, Orthopedic Trauma | Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schwartz speak?
Dr. Schwartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Schwartz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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 Leg Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82891A: Other fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Broken Left Lower Leg
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Fibula Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82892A: Other fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Schwartz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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:
- Full Arm or Leg Cast Removal
- Bivalving a cast
- Cutting off a cast
- Cast splitting
CPT Codes:
- 29705: Removal or bivalving; full arm or full leg cast
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Schwartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Schwartz in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Schwartz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Schwartz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Schwartz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Schwartz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740206747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz?
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