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Dr. Bryan Emmerson, MD

Dr. Bryan Emmerson, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Emmerson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Bryan Emmerson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Emmerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emmerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emmerson’s office at (805) 967-9311.

    What languages does Dr. Emmerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Emmerson treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Emmerson 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. Emmerson. 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
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    What procedures does Dr. Emmerson perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Emmerson 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. Emmerson. 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:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery
    • Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
    • Medial Knee Replacement
    • Lateral Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Resurfacing

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
    • 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment

    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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
    • Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
    • Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Revision of One Knee Replacement Part
    • Partial Knee Replacement Revision
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Knee Implant Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 27486: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; 1 component

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Does Dr. Emmerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Emmerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 967-9311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Emmerson accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Emmerson in Santa Barbara, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Emmerson's office located?

    Dr. Bryan Emmerson's Primary Practice

    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 150

    Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    (805) 967-9311

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    Dr. Bryan Emmerson's Practice 2

    2320 Calle Real

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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    Dr. Bryan Emmerson's Practice 3

    4151 Foothill Rd

    Goleta, CA 93110

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

    Dr. Emmerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700033099.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emmerson?

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

    What is Dr. Bryan Emmerson's specialty?

    Dr. Emmerson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Santa Barbara, 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. Emmerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bryan Emmerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Emmerson is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage 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 Bryan Emmerson accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bryan Emmerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bryan Emmerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Emmerson's office at (805) 967-9311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bryan Emmerson?

    Please contact Dr. Emmerson's office at (805) 967-9311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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