Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cidambi, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Krishna Cidambi, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cidambi graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Cidambi is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cidambi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cidambi’s office at (858) 865-7820.
Where did Dr. Cidambi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Hoag Orthopedic Institute, Irvine | Orthopedic Surgeon | Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cidambi speak?
Dr. Cidambi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Cidambi treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cidambi 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. Cidambi. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis in Right Knee from Injury
- 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
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
- Right Knee Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis after Trauma
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease from Injury
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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
- M1731: Unilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1732: Unilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis, left knee
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
Also known as:
- Having an Artificial Knee Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Knee replacement
- Knee prosthesis
- Artificial knee
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Hip Prosthesis
- Hip Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96659: Presence of unspecified artificial knee joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96649: Presence of unspecified artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Broken upper arm bone
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Humerus fracture
- Upper arm bone break
- Arm bone fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42309D: Unspecified fracture of shaft of humerus, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does Dr. Cidambi perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cidambi 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. Cidambi. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
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:
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Cidambi accept my insurance?
Dr. Cidambi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 865-7820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cidambi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Cidambi 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cidambi's office located?
Dr. Krishna Cidambi's Primary Practice
10243 Genetic Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 865-7820
What is Dr. Cidambi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cidambi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275836959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cidambi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cidambi
What is Dr. Krishna Cidambi's specialty?
Dr. Cidambi is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Cidambi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krishna Cidambi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cidambi is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Krishna Cidambi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Krishna Cidambi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishna Cidambi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cidambi's office at (858) 865-7820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishna Cidambi?
Please contact Dr. Cidambi's office at (858) 865-7820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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