Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Edward Sun, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Sun graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Sun is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sun’s office at (650) 685-7100.
Where did Dr. Sun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Sun board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Sun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Sun treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Secondary Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Acquired Scoliosis
- Scoliosis from Another Condition
- Non-Idiopathic Spinal Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4150: Other secondary scoliosis, site unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sun perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Edward Sun may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sun's office.
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 685-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sun accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Sun in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sun's office located?
Dr. Edward Sun's Primary Practice
359 N San Mateo Dr Ste 1
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-7100
What is Dr. Sun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831161645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sun
What is Dr. Edward Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Mateo, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Sun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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 Edward Sun accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (650) 685-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (650) 685-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Sun have?
Dr. Edward Sun is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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