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Who is Dr. Herron, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Larry Herron, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Herron graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Orthopaedic Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Herron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herron’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herron’s office at (805) 541-4700.
Where did Dr. Herron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orthopaedic Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Herron board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Larry Herron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Herron speak?
Dr. Herron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Herron treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Herron 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. Herron. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
- L2 Compression Fracture
- Broken second lumbar vertebra (wedge compression)
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Compressed L1 fracture
- First lumbar compression fracture
- Broken L1 bone
- Broken L2 Vertebra
- Lumbar Compression Fracture
- Fractured Lower Back Bone
- Lumbar compression fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral fracture
- Spinal column fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32010D: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32020D: Wedge compression fracture of second lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S32020A: Wedge compression fracture of second lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Spine Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Back
- Vertebral Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Compression Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22080D: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S22080A: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Back Pars Defect
- Lumbar Spondylolysis
- Lower Back Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4306: Spondylolysis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Herron perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Larry Herron 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. Herron's office.
Does Dr. Herron accept my insurance?
Dr. Herron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 541-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herron accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Herron in San Luis Obispo, 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
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Herron's office located?
Dr. Larry Herron's Primary Practice
1551 Bishop St Ste 510
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-4700
What is Dr. Herron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730109968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herron
What is Dr. Larry Herron's specialty?
Dr. Herron is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Herron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Larry Herron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Herron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Larry Herron accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Larry Herron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Larry Herron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herron's office at (805) 541-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Larry Herron?
Please contact Dr. Herron's office at (805) 541-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Herron have?
Dr. Larry Herron is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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