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Dr. Nathan Hammel, MD

Encinitas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hammel, Orthopedic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Nathan Hammel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hammel graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Hammel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammel’s office at (760) 943-6700.

    Where did Dr. Hammel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Hammel speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hammel treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hammel 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. Hammel. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    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
    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Meniscus Tear
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn Cartilage in Knee
    • Meniscal Injury
    • Knee Cartilage Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83207A: Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Hammel perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Nathan Hammel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammel's office.

    Does Dr. Hammel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hammel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 943-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hammel accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Hammel in Encinitas, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hammel's office located?

    Dr. Nathan Hammel's Primary Practice

    332 Santa Fe Dr Ste 110

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 943-6700

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

    Dr. Hammel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558435644.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammel?

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

    What is Dr. Nathan Hammel's specialty?

    Dr. Hammel is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Encinitas, 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. Hammel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nathan Hammel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hammel is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Nathan Hammel accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nathan Hammel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathan Hammel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hammel's office at (760) 943-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nathan Hammel?

    Please contact Dr. Hammel's office at (760) 943-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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