Who is Dr. Bell, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. David Bell, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bell completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Bell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (925) 600-7020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bell?
Dr. David Bell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bell empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Fractures-Complex, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Shoulder Replacement, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Pleasanton/CA community, Dr. Bell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | University Of California-Irvine Medical Center
Is Dr. Bell board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Bell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bell speak?
Dr. Bell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bell treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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:
Rotator Cuff Sprain
Rotator Cuff Strain
Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sprains and Strains
Strained Rotator Cuff
Rotator Cuff Ligament Sprain
Shoulder Rotator Cuff Sprain
Shoulder sprain
Rotator cuff strain
Torn shoulder ligament
Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
Shoulder Tendon Strain
Strained Shoulder Tendon
Full Rotator Cuff Tear
Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
Severed Shoulder Tendon
Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
Right partial shoulder tendon tear
Right rotator cuff strain
ICD-10 Codes:
S43421A: Sprain of right rotator cuff capsule, initial encounter
S43422A: Sprain of left rotator cuff capsule, initial encounter
S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
Cartilage Disorder
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Torn meniscus
Knee cartilage tear
Meniscal injury
Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
Pain in Right Knee
Pain in Left Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
M25561: Pain in right knee
M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
Softening of Right Knee Cartilage
Left Knee Cartilage Softening
Cartilage Disorder
Damaged Right Knee Cartilage
Right Knee Chondromalacia
Chondromalacia of left knee
Left knee cartilage degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
M94261: Chondromalacia, right knee
M94262: Chondromalacia, left knee
Also known as:
Right Shoulder Pain
Left Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
M25511: Pain in right shoulder
M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
Knee Ligament Sprain
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
ACL Sprain
ACL Injury
Knee Ligament Tear
Sprained Knee Ligament
Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Swimmer's Shoulder
Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
Old Meniscus Tear
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Damaged Meniscus
Chronic Meniscus Injury
Degenerative Meniscus Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
M23231: Derangement of other medial meniscus due to old tear or injury, right knee
What procedures does Dr. Bell perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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:
Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Endoscopy
Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
Subacromial Decompression
Shoulder Impingement Surgery
Acromioplasty
Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
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)
29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
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
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
Knee chondroplasty
Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
Knee scope cartilage repair
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
29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
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:
ACL Repair Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
Knee Ligament Repair
ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
Golfer's Elbow Surgery
Epicondylitis Repair
Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
Open Tendon Debridement Elbow
CPT Codes:
24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment
Also known as:
Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Collarbone Fixation
Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
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. Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 600-7020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Bell in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Bell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619916293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bell
What is Dr. David Bell's specialty?
Dr. Bell is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Pleasanton, CA.
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Bell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 David Bell accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Bell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Bell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (925) 600-7020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Bell?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (925) 600-7020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Bell have?
Dr. David Bell is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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