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Dr. Scot Youngblood, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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

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    Dr. Scot Youngblood's Practice 2

    9095 Rio San Diego Dr

    San Diego, CA 92108

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    Dr. Scot Youngblood's Practice 3

    4910 Directors Pl Ste 350

    San Diego, CA 92121

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    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 children’s 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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