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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Golden, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Thomas Golden, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Golden graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Golden is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golden’s office at (805) 648-3902.
Where did Dr. Golden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | University of California (San Francisco) Program
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Golden board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Golden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Golden speak?
Dr. Golden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Golden typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Golden 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. Golden. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Golden typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Golden 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. Golden. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Golden accept my insurance?
Dr. Golden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 648-3902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Golden accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Golden in Ventura, 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
Clinicas del Camino Real
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Golden's office located?
Dr. Thomas Golden's Primary Practice
168 N Brent St Ste 505
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 648-3902
What is Dr. Golden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Golden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063578458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Golden
What is Dr. Thomas Golden's specialty?
Dr. Golden is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Ventura, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Golden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Golden is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Thomas Golden accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Golden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Golden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Golden's office at (805) 648-3902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Golden?
Please contact Dr. Golden's office at (805) 648-3902 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Golden have?
Dr. Thomas Golden is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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