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Dr. Katherine Wood, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wood, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Wood, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (858) 966-6789.

    What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wood typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Wood typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Wood may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Wood 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Wood's Primary Practice

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-6789

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

    Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588222970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Wood's specialty?

    Dr. Wood is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Surgeon. Explore 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 Katherine Wood accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Wood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (858) 966-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Wood?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (858) 966-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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