10 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derrington, Physiatrist in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Stephen Derrington, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 10 years. Dr. Derrington completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is a member of the Interventional Orthopedic Foundation. Dr. Derrington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derrington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derrington’s office at (707) 255-5454.
Where did Dr. Derrington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
What languages does Dr. Derrington speak?
Dr. Derrington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Derrington typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Derrington 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. Derrington. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Derrington typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Derrington may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Derrington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Derrington accept my insurance?
Dr. Derrington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 255-5454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derrington accept in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Derrington in Oceanside, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Derrington's office located?
Dr. Stephen Derrington's Primary Practice
3142 Vista Way Ste 206
Oceanside, CA 92056
(707) 255-5454
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 31 reviews
Office Experience
96% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
96% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
86% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Stephen Derrington an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Derrington has been rated and reviewed by 31 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Derrington, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsRecognitions
Memberships & Associations
Interventional Orthopedic Foundation
member, instructor
2016 - 2021
Awards
Resident Award for Exemplary Medical School Teaching
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Publications
Evaluation and Non-Surgical Management of Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinopathy
, January 2015
Effectiveness of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound-Guided Compared with Landmark-Guided Procedures
, January 2016
The Effects of Multi-Axis Balance Board Intervention in an Elderly Population
, January 2011
Lumbar Transforaminal and Interlaminar Epidural Steroid Injection
, January 2016
What is Dr. Derrington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derrington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164795068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derrington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derrington
What is Dr. Stephen Derrington's specialty?
Dr. Derrington is a Physiatrist near Oceanside, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Stephen Derrington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derrington is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Stephen Derrington accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Derrington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Derrington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derrington's office at (707) 255-5454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Derrington?
Please contact Dr. Derrington's office at (707) 255-5454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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