LP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polakof, Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Landon Polakof, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Polakof is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polakof’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polakof’s office at (650) 723-5643.
What languages does Dr. Polakof speak?
Dr. Polakof and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Polakof typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Polakof 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. Polakof. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Polakof typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Polakof 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. Polakof. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Does Dr. Polakof accept my insurance?
Dr. Polakof accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-5643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polakof accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Polakof in Santa Monica, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Polakof's office located?
Dr. Landon Polakof's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(650) 723-5643
What is Dr. Polakof's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polakof's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417442682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polakof?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polakof
What is Dr. Landon Polakof's specialty?
Dr. Polakof is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Santa Monica, 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. Landon Polakof affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polakof is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
When to see an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Landon Polakof accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Landon Polakof is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Landon Polakof offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polakof's office at (650) 723-5643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Landon Polakof?
Please contact Dr. Polakof's office at (650) 723-5643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Orthopedic Surgeon Near Santa Monica, CA
BN
Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Benjamin Noble, DO is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Santa Monica, CA
Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Thomas Knapp, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Santa Monica, CA
CW
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Christopher Wolf, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location.
Torrance, CA