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Dr. Ariel Palanca, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Escondido, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palanca, Orthopedic Surgeon in Escondido, CA?

    Dr. Ariel Palanca, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Palanca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palanca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palanca’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Palanca speak?

    Dr. Palanca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Palanca typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Palanca 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. Palanca. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot
    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Bunion
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Bunion
    • Right Hallux Valgus
    • Right Big Toe Deformity
    • Right Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21611: Bunion of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Palanca typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Palanca 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. Palanca. 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:

    • Ankle or Foot Taping
    • Ankle Strapping
    • Foot Strapping
    • Ankle Taping
    • Foot Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot

    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:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Minor Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Small Bone Graft
    • Dowel Bone Graft
    • Button Bone Graft
    • Autograft (Small)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

    Also known as:

    • Toe Strapping
    • Taping Toes
    • Toe Bandaging
    • Toe Support

    CPT Codes:

    • 29550: Strapping; toes

    Also known as:

    • Open Toe Joint Dislocation Repair
    • MTP Joint Dislocation Surgery
    • Toe Dislocation Fixation
    • Foot Joint Dislocation Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28645: Open treatment of metatarsophalangeal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Palanca accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palanca 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. Palanca accept in Escondido, CA?

    Dr. Palanca in Escondido, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Palanca's office located?

    Dr. Ariel Palanca's Primary Practice

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 200

    Escondido, CA 92029

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    Dr. Ariel Palanca's Practice 2

    15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 525

    Poway, CA 92064

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    What is Dr. Palanca's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Palanca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629203971.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palanca?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palanca

    What is Dr. Ariel Palanca's specialty?

    Dr. Palanca is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Escondido, 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 Dr. Ariel Palanca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palanca is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Eisenhower Health Main 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 Dr. Ariel Palanca accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ariel Palanca is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ariel Palanca offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palanca's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ariel Palanca?

    Please contact Dr. Palanca's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Palanca's office located?

    Dr. Palanca's offices are located in Escondido, CA and Poway, CA.