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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as an 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 an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Tonks typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- 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
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, 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:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Tonks typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Tonks 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Re-closure of Surgical Wound
- Secondary Wound Closure
- Repair of Wound Dehiscence
- Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
- Extensive Wound Re-stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated
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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Shoulder Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Frozen Shoulder Manipulation
- Shoulder Joint Mobilization
- Shoulder MUA
CPT Codes:
- 23700: Manipulation under anesthesia, shoulder joint, including application of fixation apparatus (dislocation excluded)
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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont 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
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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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