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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Gilbert typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- 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
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
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Gilbert typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Gilbert 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
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
Also known as:
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
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
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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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
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.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
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.
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, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 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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