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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abitbol, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Abitbol graduated from University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Royal Victoria Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Abitbol is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abitbol’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abitbol’s office at (858) 874-2306.
Where did Dr. Abitbol go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Royal Victoria Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery | ROYAL VICTORIA HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Ottawa- Fac Of Med- Ottawa- Ont- Canada | University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Abitbol board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abitbol speak?
Dr. Abitbol and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Abitbol treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Abitbol 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. Abitbol. 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- 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:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Which procedures does Dr. Abitbol perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol 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. Abitbol's office.
Does Dr. Abitbol accept my insurance?
Dr. Abitbol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 874-2306 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abitbol accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Abitbol in San Diego, 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Abitbol's office located?
Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol's Primary Practice
7625 Mesa College Dr Ste 310A
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 874-2306
Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol's Practice 2
955 Lane Ave Ste 200
Chula Vista, CA 91914
(858) 874-2306
What is Dr. Abitbol's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abitbol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245281856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abitbol?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abitbol
What is Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol's specialty?
Dr. Abitbol is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Abitbol to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abitbol is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Spine Surgeon?
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Is Jean-Jacques Abitbol accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abitbol's office at (858) 874-2306 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jean-Jacques Abitbol?
Please contact Dr. Abitbol's office at (858) 874-2306 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol have?
Dr. Jean-Jacques Abitbol is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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