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 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 an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cidambi typically 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. 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
- 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
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cidambi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
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, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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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