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Who is Dr. Rooney, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Lompoc, CA?
Dr. Richard Rooney, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lompoc, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rooney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rooney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rooney’s office at (805) 737-3300.
Is Dr. Rooney board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rooney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rooney speak?
Dr. Rooney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rooney typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Rooney 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. Rooney. 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 left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rooney typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Rooney 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. Rooney. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Rooney accept my insurance?
Dr. Rooney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 737-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rooney accept in Lompoc, CA?
Dr. Rooney in Lompoc, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rooney's office located?
What is Dr. Rooney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rooney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134189822.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rooney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rooney
What is Dr. Richard Rooney's specialty?
Dr. Rooney is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Lompoc, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Rooney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rooney is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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 Richard Rooney accepting new patients in Lompoc, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rooney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Rooney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rooney's office at (805) 737-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Rooney?
Please contact Dr. Rooney's office at (805) 737-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Rooney have?
Dr. Richard Rooney is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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