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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mitchell, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Joseph Mitchell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?
Dr. Mitchell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mitchell treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- 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
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
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
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
- M1909: Primary osteoarthritis, other specified site
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:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Hip
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Hip Ache
- Hip Discomfort
- Sore Hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25559: Pain in unspecified hip
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Aseptic Necrosis
- Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death from Unknown Cause
- Avascular Necrosis of Unknown Origin
- Idiopathic Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death without Infection
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87052: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of left femur
- M8700: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of unspecified bone
- M87051: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of right femur
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Mitchell perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Mitchell 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. Mitchell's office.
Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mitchell in San Diego, 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
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?
What is Dr. Mitchell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699161471.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mitchell
What is Dr. Joseph Mitchell's specialty?
Dr. Mitchell is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Mitchell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Mitchell accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Mitchell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mitchell?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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