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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hacker, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Scott Hacker, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hacker completed his residency at Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Hacker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hacker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hacker’s office at (619) 462-3131.
Where did Dr. Hacker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Steadman Hawkins Clinic, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Hacker board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Hacker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hacker speak?
Dr. Hacker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hacker typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hacker 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. Hacker. 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hacker typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hacker 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. Hacker. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
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
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
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Hacker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hacker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 462-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hacker accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Hacker in La Mesa, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hacker's office located?
Dr. Scott Hacker's Primary Practice
5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 256
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 462-3131
What is Dr. Hacker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750450805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hacker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hacker
What is Dr. Scott Hacker's specialty?
Dr. Hacker is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Scott Hacker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hacker is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, 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 Scott Hacker accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Hacker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Hacker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hacker's office at (619) 462-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Hacker?
Please contact Dr. Hacker's office at (619) 462-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Hacker have?
Dr. Scott Hacker is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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