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Dr. Igor Jercinovich, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Murrieta, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jercinovich, Orthopedic Surgeon in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Igor Jercinovich, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Jercinovich graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, General Surgery. Dr. Jercinovich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jercinovich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jercinovich’s office at (951) 698-4660.

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

    • Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, General Surgery | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Jercinovich board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Igor Jercinovich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jercinovich speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Jercinovich typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jercinovich 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. Jercinovich. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Jercinovich typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jercinovich 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. Jercinovich. 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.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Jercinovich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jercinovich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 698-4660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jercinovich accept in Murrieta, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jercinovich's office located?

    Dr. Igor Jercinovich's Primary Practice

    25150 Hancock Ave Ste 200

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (951) 698-4660

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

    Dr. Jercinovich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295788933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jercinovich?

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

    What is Dr. Igor Jercinovich's specialty?

    Dr. Jercinovich is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Murrieta, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Igor Jercinovich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jercinovich is affiliated with Temecula Valley 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

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    Is Dr. Igor Jercinovich accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Igor Jercinovich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Igor Jercinovich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jercinovich's office at (951) 698-4660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Igor Jercinovich?

    Please contact Dr. Jercinovich's office at (951) 698-4660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jercinovich's office located?

    Dr. Jercinovich's office is located in Murrieta, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Igor Jercinovich have?

    Dr. Igor Jercinovich is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.