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Who is Dr. Youngblood, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Scot Youngblood, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Youngblood graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery. Dr. Youngblood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Youngblood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Youngblood’s office at (858) 278-8300.
Where did Dr. Youngblood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Youngblood speak?
Dr. Youngblood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Youngblood typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Youngblood 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. Youngblood. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Left Flat Foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Left Pes Planus
- Left Fallen Arches
- Left Collapsed Arch
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2142: Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), left foot
Also known as:
- Flat Feet
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Fallen arches
- Pes planus
- Pronated foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2141: Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Youngblood typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Youngblood 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. Youngblood. 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:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
CPT Codes:
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Youngblood accept my insurance?
Dr. Youngblood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 278-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Youngblood accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Youngblood 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Youngblood's office located?
Dr. Scot Youngblood's Primary Practice
3750 Convoy St Ste 201
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-8300
What is Dr. Youngblood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Youngblood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982675799.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Youngblood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Youngblood
What is Dr. Scot Youngblood's specialty?
Dr. Youngblood is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Scot Youngblood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Youngblood is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Scot Youngblood accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scot Youngblood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scot Youngblood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Youngblood's office at (858) 278-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scot Youngblood?
Please contact Dr. Youngblood's office at (858) 278-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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