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Dr. Steven Pearson, MD
Santa Barbara, CA
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pearson, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Steven Pearson, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Pearson graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Pearson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pearson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pearson’s office at (805) 964-2300.
Where did Dr. Pearson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Pearson board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Steven Pearson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pearson speak?
Dr. Pearson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Pearson typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Pearson 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. Pearson. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Degenerative Joint Disease of Ankle and Foot
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis of Foot
- Foot Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19271: Secondary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19272: Secondary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Pearson typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Pearson 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. Pearson. 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:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Does Dr. Pearson accept my insurance?
Dr. Pearson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 964-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pearson accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Pearson in Santa Barbara, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pearson's office located?
Dr. Steven Pearson's Primary Practice
5333 Hollister Ave Ste 160
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 964-2300
What is Dr. Pearson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pearson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982733465.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pearson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pearson
What is Dr. Steven Pearson's specialty?
Dr. Pearson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Steven Pearson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pearson is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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 Steven Pearson accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Pearson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Pearson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pearson's office at (805) 964-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Pearson?
Please contact Dr. Pearson's office at (805) 964-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Pearson have?
Dr. Steven Pearson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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