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Dr. Amy Magnusson, MD

Physiatrist, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist

San Diego, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Magnusson, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Amy Magnusson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Magnusson graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Magnusson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Magnusson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Magnusson’s office at (858) 939-4496.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Mac Neal Mem Hospital | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Magnusson board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Magnusson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Magnusson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Magnusson typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Magnusson 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. Magnusson. 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:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Magnusson typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Magnusson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Magnusson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Magnusson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Magnusson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 939-4496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Magnusson accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Magnusson's office located?

    Dr. Amy Magnusson's Primary Practice

    2999 Health Center Dr

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 939-4496

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    What hospitals are Dr. Magnusson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Magnusson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Medical Center,Loma Linda, CA

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

    Dr. Magnusson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841246311.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Magnusson?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Magnusson's specialty?

    Dr. Magnusson is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Amy Magnusson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Magnusson is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amy Magnusson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Magnusson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Magnusson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Magnusson's office at (858) 939-4496 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Magnusson?

    Please contact Dr. Magnusson's office at (858) 939-4496 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Magnusson's office located?

    Dr. Magnusson's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Magnusson have?

    Dr. Amy Magnusson is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.