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Dr. Victor Prieto, MD

Dr. Victor Prieto, MD

San Francisco, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prieto, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Victor Prieto, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Prieto graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, General Surgery. Dr. Prieto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prieto’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prieto’s office at (415) 353-6400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Prieto board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Prieto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Prieto speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Prieto treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    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:

    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Hip Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left adhesive capsulitis
    • Left shoulder stiffness
    • Left shoulder periarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Adhesive Capsulitis
    • Shoulder Stiffness
    • Stiff Shoulder Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lateral Epicondylitis
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Lateral Epicondylalgia
    • Elbow Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

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

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Victor Prieto may include:

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

    Does Dr. Prieto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prieto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prieto accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Prieto's office located?

    Dr. Victor Prieto's Primary Practice

    900 Hyde St Ste 11

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (415) 353-6400

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

    Dr. Prieto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275692873.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prieto?

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

    What is Dr. Victor Prieto's specialty?

    Dr. Prieto is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Francisco, 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. Prieto to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Victor Prieto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prieto is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Novato Community Hospital 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 Victor Prieto accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Prieto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Prieto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (415) 353-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victor Prieto?

    Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (415) 353-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Prieto have?

    Dr. Victor Prieto is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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