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Who is Dr. Rickards, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Enass Rickards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rickards graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at Usc Med Center. Dr. Rickards is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickards’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickards’s office at (858) 455-6460.
Where did Dr. Rickards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Usc Med Center
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Rickards speak?
Dr. Rickards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Rickards typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Rickards 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. Rickards. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
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:
- Colles' Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Rickards typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Rickards 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. Rickards. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
Also known as:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
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:
- 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
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. Rickards accept my insurance?
Dr. Rickards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 455-6460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rickards accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Rickards in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rickards' office located?
Dr. Enass Rickards' Primary Practice
9333 Genesee Ave Ste 350
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 455-6460
What is Dr. Rickards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rickards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609850080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rickards
What is Dr. Enass Rickards's specialty?
Dr. Rickards is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Enass Rickards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rickards is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Enass Rickards accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Enass Rickards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Enass Rickards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rickards's office at (858) 455-6460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Enass Rickards?
Please contact Dr. Rickards's office at (858) 455-6460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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