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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clifford, Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. John Clifford, MD is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Clifford completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hospital. Dr. Clifford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clifford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clifford’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Clifford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hospital
Is Dr. Clifford board certified in Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Clifford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Clifford speak?
Dr. Clifford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Clifford treat?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, Dr. Clifford 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. Clifford. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Enthesopathy
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Disorder
- Joint problem
- Joint pain
- Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M259: Joint disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Left Wrist Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Left Wrist
- Left Wrist Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67432: Ganglion, left wrist
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67431: Ganglion, right wrist
Which procedures does Dr. Clifford perform as a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Clifford may include:
- Bone Adjustment
- Muscle Adjustment
- Neuromuscular Specialist Consultation
- Neuromuscular Specialist Follow Up
- Osteopathic Consultation
- Osteopathic Manipulation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Clifford's office.
Does Dr. Clifford accept my insurance?
Dr. Clifford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clifford accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Clifford 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
Contra Costa
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Clifford's office located?
What is Dr. Clifford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clifford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952460586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clifford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clifford
What is Dr. John Clifford's specialty?
Dr. Clifford is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist near San Diego, CA. A physician specializing in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine pays special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its relationships with other body systems. This field encompasses a thorough understanding of osteopathic principles and practices, coupled with enhanced technical skills in osteopathic manipulative medicine, which are integrated into the management of patients across all age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Contact Dr. Clifford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Clifford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clifford is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist?
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Is John Clifford accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Clifford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Clifford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clifford's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Clifford?
Please contact Dr. Clifford's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Clifford have?
Dr. John Clifford is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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