43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hsu, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Hsu graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Zion Hospital. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (415) 750-5570.
Where did Dr. Hsu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Zion Hospital | University of California (San Francisco) Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hsu board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?
Dr. Hsu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Hsu treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
- Discogenic Lumbar Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Vertebral Compression Fracture
- Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
- Brittle Bone Fracture
- Fragility Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
What procedures does Dr. Hsu perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Vertebroplasty
- Vertebroplasty for Spinal Fracture (Neck/Upper Back)
- Vertebroplasty (Spine Fracture Repair)
- Vertebral Augmentation
- Back Bone Cement Injection
- Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
- Spinal Bone Biopsy
- Spinal cement injection
- Bone cement injection
- Percutaneous vertebroplasty
- Vertebral augmentation
- Spinal Fracture Injection
- Vertebral Body Cement Injection
- Back Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 22511: Percutaneous vertebroplasty (bone biopsy included when performed), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral injection, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbosacral
- 22510: Percutaneous vertebroplasty (bone biopsy included when performed), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral injection, inclusive of all imaging guidance; cervicothoracic
- 22512: Percutaneous vertebroplasty (bone biopsy included when performed), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral injection, inclusive of all imaging guidance; each additional cervicothoracic or lumbosacral vertebral body (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion Exploration
- Spine fusion check
- Investigate spinal fusion
- Spinal fusion revision assessment
CPT Codes:
- 22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 750-5570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Hsu in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?
What is Dr. Hsu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275695843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hsu
What is Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu's specialty?
Dr. Hsu is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Hsu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hsu is affiliated with UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Froedtert Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord 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 Ken-Yao Hsu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (415) 750-5570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ken-Yao Hsu?
Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (415) 750-5570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu have?
Dr. Ken-Yao Hsu is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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