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Dr. Rachel Thompson, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Rachel Thompson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (858) 966-6789.

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thompson treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson. 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:

    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder
    • Hemiplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting one side
    • One-sided spastic paralysis
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
    • G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint problem
    • Joint pain
    • Arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M259: Joint disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does Dr. Thompson perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson. 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:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast
    • Below Knee Walking Cast
    • Ambulatory Short Leg Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
    • 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type

    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:

    • 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:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Tarsal Osteotomy)
    • Calcaneus Osteotomy
    • Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Dwyer Procedure
    • Chambers Procedure
    • Tarsal Bone Cut
    • Midfoot Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Realignment Surgery
    • Corrective Foot Bone Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
    • 28304: Osteotomy, tarsal bones, other than calcaneus or talus;

    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:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
    • Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
    • Adductor Tenotomy Hip
    • Open Release of Hip Adductor

    CPT Codes:

    • 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open

    Also known as:

    • Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
    • Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
    • Guided Growth Surgery
    • Leg Straightening Surgery
    • Genu Varus/Valgus Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Femur Bone Cut and Realignment (Hip Area)
    • Intertrochanteric Osteotomy
    • Subtrochanteric Osteotomy
    • Femoral Osteotomy
    • Hip Bone Realignment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27165: Osteotomy, intertrochanteric or subtrochanteric including internal or external fixation and/or cast

    Also known as:

    • Hip and Thigh Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Pelvic Osteotomy
    • Femoral Osteotomy
    • Hip Joint Realignment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27151: Osteotomy, iliac, acetabular or innominate bone; with femoral osteotomy

    Also known as:

    • Hip Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Iliac Osteotomy
    • Acetabular Osteotomy
    • Innominate Bone Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 27146: Osteotomy, iliac, acetabular or innominate bone;

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Thompson in San Diego, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Thompson's Primary Practice

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-6789

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    Dr. Rachel Thompson's Practice 2

    403 W Adams Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90007

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    Dr. Rachel Thompson's Practice 3

    1000 Veteran Ave Rm 22

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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

    Dr. Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760793822.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thompson?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Thompson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rachel Thompson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (858) 966-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (858) 966-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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