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Dr. Kali Tileston, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tileston, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Kali Tileston, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tileston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tileston’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tileston’s office at (408) 793-2520.

    What languages does Dr. Tileston speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tileston treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tileston 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. Tileston. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve
    • Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Child Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
    • M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Musculoskeletal Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone and Muscle Check-up
    • Joint Health Screening
    • Orthopedic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13828: Encounter for screening for other musculoskeletal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
    • Birth Defects
    • Spinal birth defects
    • Congenital spine abnormalities
    • Vertebral malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does Dr. Tileston perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tileston 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. Tileston. 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
    • Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
    • Guided Growth Surgery
    • Leg Straightening Surgery
    • Genu Varus/Valgus Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Does Dr. Tileston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tileston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 793-2520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tileston accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Tileston in San Jose, 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

    • Bon Ton Department Stores

    • California Water Service Group

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tileston's office located?

    Dr. Kali Tileston's Primary Practice

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (408) 793-2520

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    Dr. Kali Tileston's Practice 2

    450 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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    Dr. Kali Tileston's Practice 3

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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

    Dr. Tileston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003045683.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tileston?

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

    What is Dr. Kali Tileston's specialty?

    Dr. Tileston is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near San Jose, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Tileston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kali Tileston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tileston is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

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    Is Kali Tileston accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kali Tileston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kali Tileston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tileston's office at (408) 793-2520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kali Tileston?

    Please contact Dr. Tileston's office at (408) 793-2520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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