Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flippin, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Flippin, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Flippin graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Flippin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flippin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flippin’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Flippin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Flippin board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Flippin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Flippin speak?
Dr. Flippin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Flippin typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Flippin 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. Flippin. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic 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:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Flippin typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Flippin may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Flippin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Flippin accept my insurance?
Dr. Flippin 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. Flippin accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Flippin 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
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Where is Dr. Flippin's office located?
What is Dr. Flippin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flippin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205984192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flippin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flippin
What is Dr. Michael Flippin's specialty?
Dr. Flippin is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Michael Flippin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flippin 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 Michael Flippin accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Flippin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Flippin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flippin's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Flippin?
Please contact Dr. Flippin's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Flippin have?
Dr. Michael Flippin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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