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Dr. Christopher Souder, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Souder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Souder’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Souder’s office at (512) 478-8116.

    What languages does Dr. Souder speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Souder typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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
    • S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S59222A: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Souder typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Short 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

    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);

    Also known as:

    • Finger Splint Application
    • Static Finger Splint
    • Finger Immobilization
    • Finger Brace

    CPT Codes:

    • 29130: Application of finger splint; static

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Souder accept my insurance?

    Dr. Souder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 478-8116 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Souder's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Souder's Primary Practice

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (512) 478-8116

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    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.

    What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    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, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 (512) 478-8116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Souder?

    Please contact Dr. Souder's office at (512) 478-8116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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