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Who is Dr. Souder, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Christopher Souder, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Souder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Souder’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. Souder’s office at (858) 966-6789.
What languages does Dr. Souder speak?
Dr. Souder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Souder treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Souder 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. Souder. 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:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Radius Fracture
- Lower Radius Growth Plate Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Right Wrist Bone
- Distal Right Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Bone Break
- Growth Plate Fracture
- Broken Lower Radius Bone
- Salter-Harris Fracture
- Forearm Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S59222A: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- General Hand Injury
- Wrist Trauma
- Finger Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hand and Wrist Injury
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Finger Injury
- Wrist Sprain
- Hand Trauma
- Upper Extremity Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Forearm Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52552A: Other extraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Souder perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Souder 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. Souder. 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 Arm Cast Application
- External Fixation System Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
- Ilizarov Fixator Application
- Bone External Fixation
- Limb Lengthening Device Application
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
- 20692: Application of a multiplane (pins or wires in more than 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system (eg, Ilizarov, Monticelli type)
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Long Leg Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Below Knee Cast
- Full leg cast
- Thigh to toe cast
- Leg cast application
- Full leg immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Non-Surgical Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Non-Surgical Finger or Thumb Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Broken Finger or Thumb Treatment with Manipulation
- Arm Bone Fracture Treatment (No Surgery)
- Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Broken Lower Leg Bone Treatment (Without Manipulation)
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
- Clavicle Fracture Management
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Closed Radial Head Fracture Treatment
- Radial Neck Fracture Care
- Elbow Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
- Forearm Bone Fracture Treatment
- Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
- Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
- Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
- Closed Distal Phalangeal Fracture Treatment
- Broken Finger Tip Treatment
- Thumb Fracture Care without Manipulation
- Phalangeal Fracture Non-Surgical
- Metacarpal Fracture Reduction
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Broken Hand Bone Manipulation
- Phalangeal Fracture Reduction
- Finger Bone Manipulation
- Thumb Fracture Treatment
- Closed reduction humeral condyle fracture
- Humeral fracture non-surgical treatment
- Elbow bone fracture treatment
- Arm fracture without manipulation
- Phalanx Fracture Treatment
- Closed Finger Fracture Care
- Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair
- Distal Tibia Fracture Treatment
- Pilon Fracture Care
- Tibial Plafond 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
- 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
- 24650: Closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture; without manipulation
- 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
- 26750: Closed treatment of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
- 26605: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; with manipulation, each bone
- 26725: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; with manipulation, with or without skin or skeletal traction, each
- 24576: Closed treatment of humeral condylar fracture, medial or lateral; without manipulation
- 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each
- 27824: Closed treatment of fracture of weight bearing articular portion of distal tibia (eg, pilon or tibial plafond), with or without anesthesia; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Finger Splint Application
- Static Finger Splint
- Finger Immobilization
- Finger Brace
CPT Codes:
- 29130: Application of finger splint; static
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:
- 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:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Open Humerus Fracture Repair (Elbow Area)
- Open Repair of Forearm Bone Fractures
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Surgery
- Humeral Epicondyle Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Repair
- Radius and Ulna Fracture Surgery
- Forearm Bone Fixation
- Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Forearm)
- Arm Fracture ORIF
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
- 24575: Open treatment of humeral epicondylar fracture, medial or lateral, includes internal fixation, when performed
- 25575: Open Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures, With Internal Fixation, When Performed; Of Radius And Ulna
Also known as:
- Long Arm Splint Application
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Shoulder to Hand Splint
- Arm Immobilization Splint
- Forearm and Upper Arm Splint
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29105: Application of long arm splint (shoulder to hand)
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Also known as:
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation
- Forearm Bone Fracture Repair (Open Surgery)
- Wrist Fracture Pinning
- Elbow Fracture Repair (Minimally Invasive)
- Open Tibia Fracture Surgery
- Pilon Fracture Repair
- Ankle Fracture Surgery
- Radial Shaft Fracture Open Reduction
- Radius Fracture Internal Fixation
- Broken Forearm Open Surgery
- Forearm Bone Plating
- Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
- Distal radius fracture repair
- Epiphyseal separation fixation
- Wrist bone pinning
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Elbow Condylar Fracture Repair
- Minimally Invasive Arm Fracture Surgery
- Humeral Fracture Pinning
CPT Codes:
- 27827: Open treatment of fracture of weight bearing articular surface/portion of distal tibia (eg, pilon or tibial plafond), with internal fixation, when performed; of tibia only
- 25515: Open Treatment Of Radial Shaft Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed
- 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation
- 24582: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of humeral condylar fracture, medial or lateral, with manipulation
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Percutaneous Fixation of Hand Bone Fracture
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
- Metacarpal Fracture Fixation
- Pinning Hand Bone Fracture
- Minimally Invasive Hand Fracture Repair
- Hand Fracture Percutaneous Pinning
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
- 26608: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of metacarpal fracture, each bone
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:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
- Broken Ankle Surgery
- Malleolar Fracture Fixation
- Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
- 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Iliotibial Band Release Surgery
- Leg Compartment Release Surgery
- Iliotibial Fasciotomy
- IT Band Release
- Open IT Band Tenotomy
- Leg fasciotomy
- Anterior compartment release
- Lateral compartment release
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27305: Fasciotomy, iliotibial (tenotomy), open
- 27600: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral compartments only
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Humeral Condyle Fracture
- Elbow fracture surgery
- Humeral condyle fixation
- Open reduction internal fixation elbow
CPT Codes:
- 24579: Open treatment of humeral condylar fracture, medial or lateral, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Elbow Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Elbow Joint Injection for Imaging
- Arthrography of Elbow
- Elbow X-ray with Dye
- Elbow MRI with Contrast
CPT Codes:
- 24220: Injection procedure for elbow arthrography
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Tibia Osteotomy
- Fibula Osteotomy
- Shin Bone Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27709: Osteotomy; tibia and fibula
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
- Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
- Shin Bone Fracture Care
CPT Codes:
- 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Finger or Hand Joint Fracture Repair
- Articular Fracture Repair Hand
- Metacarpophalangeal Joint Fracture Surgery
- Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Repair
- Internal Fixation for Hand Fracture
CPT Codes:
- 26746: Open treatment of articular fracture, involving metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Femur Bone Lengthening Surgery
- Femoral Lengthening
- Thigh Bone Lengthening
- Leg Lengthening Surgery
- Osteoplasty Femur
CPT Codes:
- 27466: Osteoplasty, femur; lengthening
Also known as:
- Femur Bone Cut with Fixation
- Femoral Osteotomy
- Thigh Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Femur Shaft Osteotomy
- Supracondylar Femur Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 27450: Osteotomy, femur, shaft or supracondylar; with fixation
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Ulna Fracture (Elbow End)
- Closed Ulna Fracture Treatment
- Elbow Bone Fracture Treatment
- Olecranon Fracture Treatment
- Forearm Bone Break Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 24670: Closed treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Ulnar Fracture
- Olecranon Fracture Repair
- Coronoid Process Fracture Surgery
- Ulnar Bone Fracture Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 24685: Open treatment of ulnar fracture, proximal end (eg, olecranon or coronoid process[es]), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Souder accept my insurance?
Dr. Souder 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. Souder accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Souder 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Souder's office located?
Dr. Christopher Souder's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-6789
What is Dr. Souder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Souder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851540199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Souder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Souder
What is Dr. Christopher Souder's specialty?
Dr. Souder is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Souder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Souder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Souder is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Christopher Souder accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Souder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Souder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Souder's office at (858) 966-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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