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Dr. Mauricio Silva, MD

Dr. Mauricio Silva, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Silva, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Mauricio Silva, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Silva graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Facultad De Medicina,Santa Fe De Bogota, Colombia. Dr. Silva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silva’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silva’s office at (213) 741-8330.

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

    • Residency: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Facultad De Medicina,Santa Fe De Bogota, Colombia

    • Medical School: Pontifia Universidad Javeriana School of Medicine | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Silva speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Silva typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Silva 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. Silva. 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:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Fracture
    • Broken Elbow Bone
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Humerus fracture
    • Broken elbow
    • Upper arm bone fracture
    • Supracondylar fracture
    • Humerus Fracture
    • Upper Arm Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412D: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
    • S42452A: Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Broken Elbow Bone
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Humerus Fracture
    • Upper Arm Bone Break
    • Elbow Bone Fracture
    • Fractured Elbow

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42451A: Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Silva typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Silva 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. Silva. 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:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

    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:

    • Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
    • Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
    • Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
    • Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension

    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:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Humeral Condyle Fracture
    • Elbow fracture surgery
    • Humeral condyle fixation
    • Open reduction internal fixation elbow

    CPT Codes:

    • 24579: Open treatment of humeral condylar fracture, medial or lateral, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Silva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Silva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 741-8330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Silva accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Silva in Los Angeles, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Silva's office located?

    Dr. Mauricio Silva's Primary Practice

    403 W Adams Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90007

    (213) 741-8330

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    Dr. Mauricio Silva's Practice 2

    2400 S Flower St

    Los Angeles, CA 90007

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    What hospitals are Dr. Silva affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Silva has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Silva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457391468.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silva?

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

    What is Dr. Mauricio Silva's specialty?

    What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.

    Is Dr. Mauricio Silva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Silva is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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

    When to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon. 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. Mauricio Silva accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mauricio Silva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mauricio Silva offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Silva's office at (213) 741-8330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mauricio Silva?

    Please contact Dr. Silva's office at (213) 741-8330 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Silva's office located?

    Dr. Silva's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.