Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helgager, Orthopedic Surgeon in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. James Helgager, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Helgager graduated from University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Helgager is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helgager’s office at (760) 724-9000.
Where did Dr. Helgager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery | Northwestern | Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | University of South Dakota | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Helgager board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Helgager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Helgager speak?
Dr. Helgager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Helgager treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Helgager 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. Helgager. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does Dr. Helgager perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Helgager 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. Helgager. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Helgager accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Helgager's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Helgager's office located?
What is Dr. Helgager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helgager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316907413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helgager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helgager
What is Dr. James Helgager's specialty?
Dr. Helgager is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Oceanside, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Helgager to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Helgager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helgager is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland 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 James Helgager accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Helgager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Helgager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helgager's office at (760) 724-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Helgager?
Please contact Dr. Helgager's office at (760) 724-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Helgager have?
Dr. James Helgager is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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