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Who is Dr. Shearer, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. David Shearer, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shearer graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Shearer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shearer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shearer’s office.
Where did Dr. Shearer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shearer speak?
Dr. Shearer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Shearer typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Shearer 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. Shearer. 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:
- Pilon Fracture
- Broken Shin Bone
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Broken Left Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibial Plafond Fracture
- Distal Tibia Fracture
- Ankle Fracture
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Shin Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82871F: Displaced pilon fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82891A: Other fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82202D: Unspecified fracture of shaft of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Right Radius Head Fracture
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Right Radial Head
- Right Elbow Fracture
- Right Forearm Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52121A: Displaced fracture of head of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone (Tibia)
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia fracture
- Shin bone break
- Fractured lower leg
- Bone break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82392D: Other fracture of lower end of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Shearer typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Shearer may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Shearer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shearer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shearer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shearer accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Shearer in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Chinese Community Health Plan
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Shearer's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shearer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shearer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center,Santa Rosa, CA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center,Santa Rosa, CA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center,San Francisco, CA
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center,San Francisco, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Shearer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shearer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073849345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shearer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shearer
What is Dr. David Shearer's specialty?
Dr. Shearer is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near San Francisco, CA.
Is Dr. David Shearer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shearer is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa 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
When to see an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. David Shearer accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Shearer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Shearer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shearer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Shearer?
Please contact Dr. Shearer's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shearer's office located?
Dr. Shearer's office is located in San Francisco, CA.
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