23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bittar, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Tarek Bittar, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Bittar graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Bittar is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bittar’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bittar’s office at (661) 253-3399.
Where did Dr. Bittar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Orthopedic Surgery | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Bittar speak?
Dr. Bittar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bittar treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bittar 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. Bittar. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
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:
- 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:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Hip Joint Pain
- Right Hip Bursa Inflammation
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7071: Other bursitis of hip, right hip
- M7072: Other bursitis of hip, left hip
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Bittar perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tarek Bittar may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bittar's office.
Does Dr. Bittar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bittar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 253-3399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bittar accept in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Bittar in Valencia, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bittar's office located?
What is Dr. Bittar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bittar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902822760.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bittar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bittar
What is Dr. Tarek Bittar's specialty?
Dr. Bittar is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Valencia, 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. Bittar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tarek Bittar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bittar is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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 Tarek Bittar accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Bittar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarek Bittar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bittar's office at (661) 253-3399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarek Bittar?
Please contact Dr. Bittar's office at (661) 253-3399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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