Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girard, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Girard, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Girard graduated from Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School, North Chicago, IL and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Maricopa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Girard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girard’s office at (619) 543-3000.
Where did Dr. Girard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Orthopedic Surgery; Maricopa Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School, North Chicago, IL | Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ | Naval Medical Center, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Orthopedic Surgeon | Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Girard speak?
Dr. Girard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Girard typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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:
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82891A: Other fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Fifth Metatarsal Bone in Right Foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Fifth Metatarsal Fracture
- Broken Foot Bone
- Foot Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S92351A: Displaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, right foot, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292D: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Collarbone
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Clavicle Fracture
- Collarbone Break
- Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42022D: Displaced fracture of shaft of left clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Girard typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Girard accept my insurance?
Dr. Girard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girard accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Girard in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Girard's office located?
Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic Mail Code 8670
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 543-3000
What is Dr. Girard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356319891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girard
What is Dr. Paul Girard's specialty?
Dr. Girard is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Paul Girard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girard is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Paul Girard accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Girard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Girard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (619) 543-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Girard?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (619) 543-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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