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Dr. Juan Frisancho, MD

Dr. Juan Frisancho, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frisancho, Orthopedic Surgeon in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Juan Frisancho, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Frisancho completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery. Dr. Frisancho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frisancho’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frisancho’s office at (310) 257-1500.

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

    • Fellowship: Centinela Hospital Medical Center / Inglewood, CA, Surgery, Orthopedic

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery | King-Drew Medical Center | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Affiliated Hospitals | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center | Martin Luther King, Jr.-Harbor Hospital | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi

    Is Dr. Frisancho board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Juan Frisancho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Frisancho speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Frisancho treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frisancho 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. Frisancho. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    What procedures does Dr. Frisancho perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Frisancho 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. Frisancho. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    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:

    • 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
    • Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Frisancho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frisancho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 257-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frisancho accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Frisancho in Torrance, 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

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Frisancho's office located?

    Dr. Juan Frisancho's Primary Practice

    23600 Telo Ave Ste 180

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 257-1500

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    Dr. Juan Frisancho's Practice 2

    1360 W 6th St Ste 305

    San Pedro, CA 90732

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

    Dr. Frisancho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346297165.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frisancho?

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

    What is Dr. Juan Frisancho's specialty?

    Dr. Frisancho is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Torrance, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Frisancho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Juan Frisancho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frisancho is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Juan Frisancho accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Juan Frisancho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Juan Frisancho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frisancho's office at (310) 257-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Juan Frisancho?

    Please contact Dr. Frisancho's office at (310) 257-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Juan Frisancho have?

    Dr. Juan Frisancho is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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