Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lian, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. George Lian, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lian graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Lian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lian’s office at (916) 733-8710.
Where did Dr. Lian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Lian board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Lian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lian speak?
Dr. Lian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lian typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lian 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. Lian. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and 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:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lian typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lian 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. Lian. 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:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
- Ankle arthroplasty with implant
- Total ankle prosthesis
- Ankle joint replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27702: Arthroplasty, ankle; with implant (total ankle)
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
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:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Does Dr. Lian accept my insurance?
Dr. Lian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-8710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lian accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Lian in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lian's office located?
What is Dr. Lian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831162593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lian
What is Dr. George Lian's specialty?
Dr. Lian is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Sacramento, 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. George Lian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lian is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Marshall Hospital, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Solano Medical Center 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 George Lian accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Lian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Lian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lian's office at (916) 733-8710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Lian?
Please contact Dr. Lian's office at (916) 733-8710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Lian have?
Dr. George Lian is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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