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Dr. Julie Gilbert, MD

Dr. Julie Gilbert, MD

San Diego, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gilbert, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Julie Gilbert, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Gilbert graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Ucsf Med Center. Dr. Gilbert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilbert’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilbert’s office at (858) 715-9200.

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

    • Fellowship: Connecticut Combined Hand Surgery Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand

    • Residency: Ucsf Med Center | University of California, San Francisco

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Gilbert board certified in General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Julie Gilbert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2004, American Board of Surgery since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Gilbert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gilbert treat?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Gilbert 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. Gilbert. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Hand Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
    • M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
    • M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist

    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:

    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Trigger Left Ring Finger
    • Trigger Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
    • Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenovaginitis Stenosans
    • Finger Tendon Catch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
    • M65322: Trigger finger, left index finger

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Trigger Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenosynovitis
    • Finger Tendonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
    • M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
    • M65321: Trigger finger, right index finger

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    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:

    • Right Hand Ganglion Cyst
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Right Hand Synovial Cyst
    • Lump on Right Hand
    • Right Hand Ganglion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67441: Ganglion, right hand

    Also known as:

    • Ganglion Cyst
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Ganglion
    • Synovial Cyst
    • Bible Bump
    • Gel-filled Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67442: Ganglion, left hand

    Which procedures does Dr. Gilbert perform as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Julie Gilbert may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gilbert's office.

    Does Dr. Gilbert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gilbert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 715-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gilbert accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Gilbert in San Diego, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gilbert's office located?

    Dr. Julie Gilbert's Primary Practice

    8008 Frost St Ste 403

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 715-9200

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

    Dr. Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659378990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilbert?

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

    What is Dr. Julie Gilbert's specialty?

    Dr. Gilbert is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near San Diego, CA. A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist. Contact Dr. Gilbert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Julie Gilbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gilbert is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista 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

    Where can I learn more about General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

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    Is Julie Gilbert accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Julie Gilbert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julie Gilbert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (858) 715-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Julie Gilbert?

    Please contact Dr. Gilbert's office at (858) 715-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Julie Gilbert have?

    Dr. Julie Gilbert is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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