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Who is Dr. Yalom, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Anisa Yalom, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yalom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yalom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yalom’s office at (844) 627-4763.
What languages does Dr. Yalom speak?
Dr. Yalom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Yalom typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Yalom 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. Yalom. 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:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Right Upper Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Finger Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Right Arm Skin Infection
- Bacterial Right Arm Infection
- Spreading Right Arm Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03011: Cellulitis of right finger
- L03113: Cellulitis of right upper limb
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Abscess on the Left Hand
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Infection With Pus
- Infected Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02512: Cutaneous abscess of left hand
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Yalom typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Yalom 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. Yalom. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Exploration of Penetrating Arm/Leg Wound
- Extremity Wound Exploration
- Deep Wound Check Arm/Leg
- Penetrating Injury Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 20103: Exploration of penetrating wound (separate procedure); extremity
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Does Dr. Yalom accept my insurance?
Dr. Yalom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 627-4763 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yalom accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Yalom 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
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yalom's office located?
Dr. Anisa Yalom's Primary Practice
8901 Activity Rd Ste 102
San Diego, CA 92126
(844) 627-4763
What is Dr. Yalom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yalom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164679908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yalom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yalom
What is Dr. Anisa Yalom's specialty?
Dr. Yalom is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Anisa Yalom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yalom is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, 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 Anisa Yalom accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Anisa Yalom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anisa Yalom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yalom's office at (844) 627-4763 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anisa Yalom?
Please contact Dr. Yalom's office at (844) 627-4763 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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