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Dr. Roger Thorne, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thorne, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Roger Thorne, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Thorne graduated from Drexel College of Medicine AKA Hahnemann University. Dr. Thorne is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thorne’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thorne’s office at (858) 554-7988.

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

    • Medical School: Drexel College of Medicine AKA Hahnemann University

    What languages does Dr. Thorne speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thorne treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Thorne 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. Thorne. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Other Lower Back Condition
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Dorsopathy
    • Lower Back Spine Disorder
    • Lower Back Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5386: Other specified dorsopathies, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does Dr. Thorne perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Thorne 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. Thorne. 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:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    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

    Does Dr. Thorne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thorne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-7988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thorne accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Thorne in La Jolla, 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 Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • AMA Insurance Services

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thorne's office located?

    Dr. Roger Thorne's Primary Practice

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-7988

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

    Dr. Thorne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336190826.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thorne?

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

    What is Dr. Roger Thorne's specialty?

    Dr. Thorne is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near La Jolla, 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. Thorne to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Roger Thorne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thorne is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Roger Thorne accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Roger Thorne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roger Thorne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thorne's office at (858) 554-7988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Roger Thorne?

    Please contact Dr. Thorne's office at (858) 554-7988 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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