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Dr. Lan Nguyen, DO

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Lan Nguyen, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nguyen graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (858) 278-8300.

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

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Nguyen treat?

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

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Broken Neck of Left Thigh Bone
    • Left Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture
    • Left Femur Neck Fracture
    • Left Femoral Neck Fracture
    • Left Femur Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72042A: Displaced fracture of base of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Mid-Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture
    • Femur Shaft Fracture
    • Broken Mid-Thigh Bone
    • Thighbone Shaft Injury
    • Diaphyseal Femur Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72301A: Unspecified fracture of shaft of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Left Lower Leg
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Lower Leg Break
    • Left Tibia Fracture
    • Left Fibula Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82892D: Other fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Broken Shin Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Break
    • Tibial Plateau Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Ankle
    • Ankle Break
    • Malleolar Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82842A: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Nguyen perform?

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

    • Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
    • Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
    • Hip Pinning Surgery
    • Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement
    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Femoral shaft fracture open reduction
    • Intramedullary nailing of femur
    • Thigh bone fracture surgery
    • Femur fracture repair with implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 27506: Open treatment of femoral shaft fracture, with or without external fixation, with insertion of intramedullary implant, with or without cerclage and/or locking screws

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Fracture Repair with Rod and Screws
    • Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
    • Intramedullary Rod for Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Fracture Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27759: Treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture) by intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 278-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen 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

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Lan Nguyen's Primary Practice

    3750 Convoy St Ste 201

    San Diego, CA 92111

    (858) 278-8300

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    Dr. Lan Nguyen's Practice 2

    550 Washington St Ste 801

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Lan Nguyen's Practice 3

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184785016.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Lan Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Nguyen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lan Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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 Lan Nguyen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lan Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lan Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (858) 278-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lan Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (858) 278-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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