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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simmonds, Orthopedic Surgeon in Downey, CA?
Dr. John Simmonds, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simmonds is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmonds’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmonds’s office at (310) 614-2663.
What languages does Dr. Simmonds speak?
Dr. Simmonds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Simmonds typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Simmonds 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. Simmonds. 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:
- Irritant Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Irritation
- Irritant Eczema
- Skin Inflammation from Contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Simmonds typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Simmonds 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. Simmonds. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Simmonds accept my insurance?
Dr. Simmonds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 614-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simmonds accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Simmonds in Downey, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simmonds' office located?
What is Dr. Simmonds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simmonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801195912.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmonds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simmonds
What is Dr. John Simmonds's specialty?
Dr. Simmonds is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Downey, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Simmonds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simmonds is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, South Coast Global Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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 John Simmonds accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Simmonds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Simmonds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simmonds's office at (310) 614-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Simmonds?
Please contact Dr. Simmonds's office at (310) 614-2663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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