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Dr. Paul Simic, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Westlake Village, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simic, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Westlake Village, CA?

    Dr. Paul Simic, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Westlake Village, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Simic is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simic’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simic’s office.

    Is Dr. Simic board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Simic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Simic speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Simic typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Simic 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. Simic. 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:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Hand Tendinitis
    • Hand Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Synovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Shoulder Joint Problems
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Joint Condition
    • Shoulder Arthropathy
    • Shoulder Articular Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25819: Other specified joint disorders, unspecified shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Tendonitis in the Left Hand
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Tendon inflammation
    • Synovitis
    • Tenosynovitis
    • Inflamed tendon sheath

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65842: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left hand

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling
    • Therapy Services
    • Support Sessions
    • Mental Health Support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z719: Counseling, unspecified

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Simic typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Simic 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. Simic. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
    • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
    • Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
    • Radical Synovectomy of Tendon

    CPT Codes:

    • 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon

    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 Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Does Dr. Simic accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simic accept in Westlake Village, CA?

    Dr. Simic in Westlake Village, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simic's office located?

    Dr. Paul Simic's Primary Practice

    30870 Russell Ranch Rd Ste 330

    Westlake Village, CA 91362

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    Dr. Paul Simic's Practice 2

    19950 Rinaldi St Ste 300

    Porter Ranch, CA 91326

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    Dr. Paul Simic's Practice 3

    375 Rolling Oaks Dr Ste 210

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91361

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

    Dr. Simic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205867488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simic?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Simic's specialty?

    Dr. Simic is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Westlake Village, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Paul Simic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simic is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Robles Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Paul Simic accepting new patients in Westlake Village, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Simic is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Simic offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simic's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Simic?

    Please contact Dr. Simic's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Simic's office located?

    Dr. Simic's offices are located in Westlake Village, CA, Porter Ranch, CA, and Thousand Oaks, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Simic have?

    Dr. Paul Simic is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.