28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lyons, Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. James Lyons, MD is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Lyons graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Lyons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?
Dr. Lyons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically treat?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Left Wrist Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Left Wrist
- Left Wrist Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67432: Ganglion, left wrist
What procedures does a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically perform?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Does Dr. Lyons accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lyons in San Diego, 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
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?
What is Dr. Lyons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295883270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyons
What is Dr. James Lyons's specialty?
Dr. Lyons is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist do?
A physician specializing in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine pays special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its relationships with other body systems. This field encompasses a thorough understanding of osteopathic principles and practices, coupled with enhanced technical skills in osteopathic manipulative medicine, which are integrated into the management of patients across all age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
Is this Dr. James Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 James Lyons accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lyons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lyons?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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