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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 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 a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tileston typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tileston typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
California Water Service Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tileston's office located?
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.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
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
When to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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