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Dr. Christopher Urband, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Christopher Urband, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Urband is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Urband’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Urband’s office at (858) 705-6130.

    What languages does Dr. Urband speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Urband treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Urband 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. Urband. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1710: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, unspecified knee
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right 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:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Ankle Bone
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Fibula
    • Outer Ankle Fracture
    • Malleolus Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S8263XA: Displaced fracture of lateral malleolus of unspecified fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Lower Leg
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Lower Leg Bone Break
    • Tibia Fracture
    • Fibula Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82899D: Other fracture of unspecified lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Urband perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Urband may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Urband's office.

    Does Dr. Urband accept my insurance?

    Dr. Urband accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 705-6130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Urband 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Scripps Health

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Urband's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Urband's Primary Practice

    11939 Rancho Bernardo Rd Ste 115

    San Diego, CA 92128

    (858) 705-6130

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    Dr. Christopher Urband's Practice 2

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 210

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Christopher Urband's Practice 3

    13010 Hesperia Rd Ste 600

    Victorville, CA 92395

    (760) 552-8585

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

    Dr. Urband's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376834572.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Urband?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Urband's specialty?

    Dr. Urband is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Urband to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Urband affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Urband is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Christopher Urband accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Urband is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Urband offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Urband's office at (858) 705-6130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Urband?

    Please contact Dr. Urband's office at (858) 705-6130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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