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Dr. John Lawrence, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lawrence, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. John Lawrence, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Lawrence completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lawrence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawrence’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawrence’s office at (310) 319-1234.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lawrence?

    Dr. John Lawrence, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lawrence empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica/CA community, Dr. Lawrence is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Lawrence go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine | Shriners Hosp

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny

    Is Dr. Lawrence board certified in Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Lawrence, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lawrence speak?

    Dr. Lawrence and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lawrence treat?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger
    • Trigger Thumb
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenosynovitis
    • Finger Tendonitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger
    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Colles' Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken wrist
    • Distal radius fracture
    • Wrist break
    • Silver-fork deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S52531D: Colles' fracture of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    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:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Mallet Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Baseball Finger
    • Dropped Finger
    • Extensor Tendon Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M20011: Mallet finger of right finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Finger
    • Aching Finger
    • Finger Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

    Which procedures does Dr. Lawrence perform as a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. John Lawrence may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lawrence's office.

    Does Dr. Lawrence accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawrence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawrence accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Lawrence in Santa Monica, 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

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lawrence's office located?

    Dr. John Lawrence's Primary Practice

    1225 15th St Ste 2100

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 319-1234

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    Suite 170

    100 Medical Plaza

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. John Lawrence's Practice 3

    1250 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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    What is Dr. Lawrence's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lawrence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346399466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawrence?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawrence

    What is Dr. John Lawrence's specialty?

    Dr. Lawrence is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Santa Monica, CA. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Lawrence to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Lawrence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Explore Orthopedic Hand Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Lawrence accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Lawrence is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Lawrence offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (310) 319-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Lawrence?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (310) 319-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Lawrence have?

    Dr. John Lawrence is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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