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Who is Dr. Malige, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ajith Malige is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Malige is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malige’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malige’s office at (408) 406-6595.
What languages does Dr. Malige speak?
Dr. Malige and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Malige treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Malige 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. Malige. 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
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Kneecap and Thigh Bone Problems
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome', 'Runner's Knee
- Anterior Knee Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M222X1: Patellofemoral disorders, right knee
- M222X2: Patellofemoral disorders, left knee
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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Right Shoulder Joint Instability
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Joint Looseness
- Weak Right Shoulder Joint
- Right Shoulder Hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25311: Other instability, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Colles' Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532A: Colles' fracture of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- Achilles Tendon Strain
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Achilles tendon
- Achilles tendon overstretch
- Heel cord strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S86011A: Strain of right Achilles tendon, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Other Right Hip Joint Problems
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Joint Condition
- Right Hip Arthropathy
- Right Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Malige perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ajith Malige 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. Malige's office.
Does Dr. Malige accept my insurance?
Dr. Malige accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 406-6595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malige accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Malige in San Francisco, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Malige's office located?
Dr. Ajith Malige's Primary Practice
450 Sutter St Rm 400
San Francisco, CA 94108
(408) 406-6595
Dr. Ajith Malige's Practice 2
2400 E Katella Ave Ste 400
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 937-1338
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ajith Malige?
Dr. Malige has appointments available at his San Francisco, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Malige's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malige's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538694138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malige?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malige
What is Dr. Ajith Malige's specialty?
Dr. Malige is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Malige to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ajith Malige affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malige is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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 Ajith Malige accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ajith Malige is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajith Malige offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Malige, or call (408) 406-6595 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ajith Malige?
Please contact Dr. Malige's office at (408) 406-6595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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