Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fulkerson, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fulkerson?
Dr. Eric Fulkerson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Trauma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fulkerson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fractures, Fractures-Complex, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Walnut Creek, CA community, Dr. Fulkerson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fulkerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NYU-Hospital for Joint Disease
Residency: Nyu-Hospital For Joint Diseases | NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fulkerson board certified as an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Fulkerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fulkerson speak?
Dr. Fulkerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Fulkerson typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Fulkerson 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. Fulkerson. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Fulkerson typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Fulkerson 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. Fulkerson. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Fulkerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Fulkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fulkerson accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Fulkerson in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fulkerson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fulkerson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fulkerson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fulkerson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fulkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568581429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fulkerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fulkerson