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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiarappa, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Frank Chiarappa is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Chiarappa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiarappa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiarappa’s office at (619) 543-5840.
What languages does Dr. Chiarappa speak?
Dr. Chiarappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chiarappa typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chiarappa 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. Chiarappa. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chiarappa typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chiarappa 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. Chiarappa. 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:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Chiarappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiarappa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiarappa accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Chiarappa 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
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chiarappa's office located?
What is Dr. Chiarappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiarappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932536828.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiarappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiarappa
What is Dr. Frank Chiarappa's specialty?
Dr. Chiarappa 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. Frank Chiarappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiarappa is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Tri-City 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 Frank Chiarappa accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frank Chiarappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Chiarappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiarappa's office at (619) 543-5840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Chiarappa?
Please contact Dr. Chiarappa's office at (619) 543-5840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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