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Who is Dr. Tonks, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Robert Tonks, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Tonks graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Tonks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tonks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tonks’s office at (858) 576-9901.
Where did Dr. Tonks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Orthopedic Surgery | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Tonks board certified in Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Tonks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tonks speak?
Dr. Tonks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tonks treat?
As a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Tonks 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. Tonks. 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:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Left Femur Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72012A: Unspecified intracapsular fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72011A: Unspecified intracapsular fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Broken Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
- Ankle Break
- Malleolar Fracture
- Bimalleolar Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82842A: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82841A: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52571A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis-related Left Femur Fracture
- Osteoporosis with Femur Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Osteoporosis
- Fragility fracture of left femur
- Left femur break due to weak bones
- Pathological left femur fracture
- Left femur bone fracture from osteoporosis
- Fragility Fracture of Femur
- Osteoporotic Thigh Bone Fracture
- Weak Bone Fracture in Thigh
ICD-10 Codes:
- M80052D: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, left femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- M80051A: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, right femur, initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
- Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Loose Body in Right Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Right ankle joint mice
- Ankle osteochondral fragment
- Floating bone in right ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24071: Loose body in right ankle
Also known as:
- Bleeding in Left Knee Joint
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Intra-articular Hemorrhage
- Blood in Left Knee Joint
- Left Knee Joint Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25062: Hemarthrosis, left knee
Which procedures does Dr. Tonks perform as a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Tonks 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. Tonks' office.
Does Dr. Tonks accept my insurance?
Dr. Tonks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 576-9901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tonks accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Tonks in La Jolla, 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 Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Scripps Health
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tonks' office located?
Dr. Robert Tonks' Primary Practice
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 225
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 576-9901
What is Dr. Tonks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tonks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659395671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tonks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tonks
What is Dr. Robert Tonks's specialty?
Dr. Tonks is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near La Jolla, CA. Contact Dr. Tonks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Tonks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tonks is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
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Is Robert Tonks accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Tonks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Tonks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tonks's office at (858) 576-9901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Tonks?
Please contact Dr. Tonks's office at (858) 576-9901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Tonks have?
Dr. Robert Tonks is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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