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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acosta, Pediatric Surgeon in Yucca Valley, CA?
Dr. Juan Acosta, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Yucca Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Acosta completed his residency at Martin Luther King Jr. - Harbor Hospital. Dr. Acosta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acosta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acosta’s office at (602) 865-4510.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Acosta?
Dr. Juan Acosta, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Acosta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chest Wall Deformities, Laparoscopic Surgery, Pectus Excavatum, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yucca Valley, CA community, Dr. Acosta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Acosta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Martin Luther King Jr. - Harbor Hospital
Is Dr. Acosta board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Juan Acosta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Acosta speak?
Dr. Acosta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Acosta typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Acosta 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. Acosta. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Acosta typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Acosta 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. Acosta. 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:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Infant Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Baby Groin Hernia Repair
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Surgery (Infant)
- Hydrocelectomy with Hernia Repair (Infant)
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49495: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, full term infant younger than age 6 months, or preterm infant older than 50 weeks postconception age and younger than age 6 months at the time of surgery, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Surgery
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Acosta accept my insurance?
Dr. Acosta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 865-4510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acosta accept in Yucca Valley, CA?
Dr. Acosta in Yucca Valley, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Physicians Medical Group
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Acosta's office located?
Dr. Juan Acosta's Primary Practice
57370 29 Palms Hwy Ste 203
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
(602) 865-4510
What is Dr. Acosta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467423772.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acosta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acosta
What is Dr. Juan Acosta's specialty?
Dr. Acosta is a Pediatric Surgeon near Yucca Valley, CA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Juan Acosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acosta is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Juan Acosta accepting new patients in Yucca Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Juan Acosta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Juan Acosta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acosta's office at (602) 865-4510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Juan Acosta?
Please contact Dr. Acosta's office at (602) 865-4510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Juan Acosta have?
Dr. Juan Acosta is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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