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Who is Dr. Bhagia, Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Umesh Bhagia, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Bhagia graduated from Medical College Baroda and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Orthopedic Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, General Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Bhagia is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhagia’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhagia’s office at (424) 259-6593.
Where did Dr. Bhagia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Reconstructive Surgery, Mayo Clinic | Mayo Clinic - Scottsdale, AZ
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Orthopedic Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, General Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals | Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda | Hospital of Saint Raphael | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Medical College Baroda
Is Dr. Bhagia board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Umesh Bhagia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2001, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2012
What languages does Dr. Bhagia speak?
Dr. Bhagia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Bhagia treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Bhagia 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. Bhagia. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- 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
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
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:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
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:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Bhagia perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Umesh Bhagia may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bhagia's office.
Does Dr. Bhagia accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhagia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 259-6593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhagia accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Bhagia in Santa Monica, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhagia's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Bhagia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhagia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568468528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhagia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhagia
What is Dr. Umesh Bhagia's specialty?
Dr. Bhagia is a Surgeon near Santa Monica, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bhagia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Umesh Bhagia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhagia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles, Ucla West Valley Medical Center, Incline Village Community Hospital. 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 Umesh Bhagia accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Umesh Bhagia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umesh Bhagia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhagia's office at (424) 259-6593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umesh Bhagia?
Please contact Dr. Bhagia's office at (424) 259-6593 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Umesh Bhagia have?
Dr. Umesh Bhagia is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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