Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ball, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Scott Ball, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ball graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Philadelphia and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Ball is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ball’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office at (858) 657-8200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ball?
Dr. Scott Ball, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ball empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Resurfacing, Joint Replacement, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Ball is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ball go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | University California
Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Orthopedic Hospital, Los Angeles | Thomas Jefferson University, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Philadelphia | Orthopedic Surgeon | Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ball speak?
Dr. Ball and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ball typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ball typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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/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:
- Revision Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthroplasty Revision
- Repeat Hip Replacement
- Hip Joint Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27132: Conversion of previous hip surgery to total hip arthroplasty, with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
- Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthroplasty Revision
- Re-do Hip Replacement
- Total Hip Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?
Dr. Ball accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ball accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ball in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ball's office located?
What is Dr. Ball's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952325318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ball
What is Dr. Scott Ball's specialty?
Dr. Ball is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, 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 this Dr. Scott Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ball is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Scott Ball accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Ball is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Ball offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (858) 657-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Ball?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (858) 657-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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