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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kusnezov, Orthopedic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kusnezov is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kusnezov’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kusnezov’s office at (270) 412-7287.
What languages does Dr. Kusnezov speak?
Dr. Kusnezov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sign Languages
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kusnezov treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kusnezov 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. Kusnezov. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Left Femur Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- 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:
- 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 (Right Leg)
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
- Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Stiffness in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Stiff Right Knee
- Limited Right Knee Movement
- Right Knee Rigidity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25661: Stiffness of right knee, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Kusnezov perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kusnezov's office.
Does Dr. Kusnezov accept my insurance?
Dr. Kusnezov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 412-7287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kusnezov accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kusnezov in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Heritage Health
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kusnezov's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov's Primary Practice
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228
La Jolla, CA 92037
(270) 412-7287
What is Dr. Kusnezov's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kusnezov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396185161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kusnezov?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kusnezov
What is Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov's specialty?
Dr. Kusnezov is a Orthopedic Surgeon near La Jolla, 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. Kusnezov to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kusnezov is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Yuma Regional Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Nicholas Kusnezov accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kusnezov's office at (270) 412-7287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Kusnezov?
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