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Who is Dr. Wilkens, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Wilkens, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wilkens graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Wilkens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkens’s office at (740) 586-6828.
Where did Dr. Wilkens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | University Ca Irvine Med Center | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medic | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine | Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Wilkens speak?
Dr. Wilkens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Wilkens typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Wilkens 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. Wilkens. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Wilkens typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Wilkens may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Wilkens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wilkens accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilkens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 586-6828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkens accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Wilkens in Costa Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wilkens' office located?
What is Dr. Wilkens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilkens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679519649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilkens
What is Dr. Kenneth Wilkens's specialty?
Dr. Wilkens is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Costa Mesa, CA.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Wilkens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilkens is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kenneth Wilkens accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Wilkens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Wilkens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilkens's office at (740) 586-6828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Wilkens?
Please contact Dr. Wilkens's office at (740) 586-6828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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