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Dr. Selina Poon, MD

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poon, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Selina Poon, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Poon is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poon’s office at (626) 389-9300.

    Is Dr. Poon board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Selina Poon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Poon speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Poon typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Poon 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. Poon. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Poon typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Poon 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. Poon. 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:

    • Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
    • Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
    • Clubfoot Correction with Cast
    • Serial Casting for Clubfoot

    CPT Codes:

    • 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg

    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:

    • Wrist Fracture Pinning
    • Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
    • Distal radius fracture repair
    • Epiphyseal separation fixation
    • Wrist bone pinning

    CPT Codes:

    • 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
    • Anesthesia
    • Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
    • Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
    • Heel cord release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
    • Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
    • Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
    • Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Poon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 389-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poon accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Poon in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • California Water Service Group

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Network Medical Management

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Poon's office located?

    Dr. Selina Poon's Primary Practice

    909 S Fair Oaks Ave

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 389-9300

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

    Dr. Poon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184877003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poon?

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

    What is Dr. Selina Poon's specialty?

    Dr. Poon is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Pasadena, 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 Dr. Selina Poon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poon is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Usc Arcadia Hospital, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health 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 Dr. Selina Poon accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Selina Poon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Selina Poon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poon's office at (626) 389-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Selina Poon?

    Please contact Dr. Poon's office at (626) 389-9300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Poon's office located?

    Dr. Poon's office is located in Pasadena, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Selina Poon have?

    Dr. Selina Poon is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.