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Who is Dr. Cummins, Orthopedic Surgeon in Oakland, CA?
Dr. John Cummins, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cummins completed his residency at So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cummins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cummins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummins’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Cummins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | So Il University School Of Med
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Cummins board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Cummins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cummins speak?
Dr. Cummins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cummins treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cummins 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. Cummins. 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
- 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 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Old Meniscus Tear
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Damaged Meniscus
- Chronic Meniscus Injury
- Degenerative Meniscus Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M23231: Derangement of other medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, right knee
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
Also known as:
- Left Meniscus Tear
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn Left Meniscus
- Damaged Left Meniscus
- Left Knee Cartilage Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M23232: Derangement of other medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, left knee
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Loose left shoulder
- Unstable left shoulder joint
- Left shoulder hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25312: Other instability, left shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Cummins perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cummins 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. Cummins. 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 Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- 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 chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 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)
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:
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 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])
Does Dr. Cummins accept my insurance?
Dr. Cummins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cummins accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Cummins in Oakland, 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
Contra Costa
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Joaquin
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cummins' office located?
What is Dr. Cummins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cummins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558449322.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cummins
What is Dr. John Cummins's specialty?
Dr. Cummins is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Oakland, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Cummins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Cummins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cummins is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland 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 John Cummins accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Cummins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Cummins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cummins's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Cummins?
Please contact Dr. Cummins's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Cummins have?
Dr. John Cummins is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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