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Who is Dr. Uquillas, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Uquillas?
Dr. Carlos Uquillas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Uquillas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Fractures, Joint Preservation, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Uquillas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Uquillas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic | Children's Hospital, Los Angeles
Residency: New York University Langone Medical Center / Hospital for Joint Diseases
Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Uquillas speak?
Dr. Uquillas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uquillas typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uquillas 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. Uquillas. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uquillas typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uquillas 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. Uquillas. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
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:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Uquillas accept my insurance?
Dr. Uquillas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 665-7235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uquillas accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Uquillas in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MHH Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Uquillas' office located?
Kerlan - Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic
6801 Park Ter Ste 300
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-7235
What hospitals are Dr. Uquillas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Uquillas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Uquillas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uquillas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255658332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uquillas?
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