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Dr. Kier Ecklund, MD

Dr. Kier Ecklund, MD

Sunnyvale, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ecklund, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Dr. Kier Ecklund, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sunnyvale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Ecklund graduated from University of California (Irvine) Program and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Ecklund is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ecklund’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ecklund’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ecklund?

    Dr. Kier Ecklund, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ecklund empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Cartilage Damage, Fractures, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sunnyvale/CA community, Dr. Ecklund is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Ecklund go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy | Stanford Hospital and Clinics | Montana Family Medicine Sports Medicine Program

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | University California | University of California (Irvine) Program

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | University of California (Irvine) Program

    Is Dr. Ecklund board certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kier Ecklund, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ecklund speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ecklund treat?

    As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ecklund 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. Ecklund. 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
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • 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
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement
    • Shoulder Pinching
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
    • Right partial shoulder tendon tear
    • Right rotator cuff strain
    • Incomplete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Partial Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Shoulder Tendon Partial Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7540: Impingement syndrome of unspecified shoulder
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75112: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Ecklund perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kier Ecklund may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ecklund's office.

    Does Dr. Ecklund accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ecklund 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. Ecklund accept in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Dr. Ecklund in Sunnyvale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ecklund's office located?

    Dr. Kier Ecklund's Primary Practice

    401 Old San Francisco Rd

    Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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    Dr. Kier Ecklund's Practice 2

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    Dr. Kier Ecklund's Practice 3

    701 E El Camino Real

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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

    Dr. Ecklund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750587887.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ecklund?

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

    What is Dr. Kier Ecklund's specialty?

    Dr. Ecklund is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Sunnyvale, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Ecklund to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kier Ecklund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ecklund is affiliated with El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist with 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 Kier Ecklund accepting new patients in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kier Ecklund is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kier Ecklund offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Kier Ecklund?

    Please contact Dr. Ecklund's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kier Ecklund have?

    Dr. Kier Ecklund is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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