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60 verified UnitedHealthcare Orthopedic Surgeons in San Diego, CA
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Availability last updated 05/14/2026
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Ashlee Shapiro, PA

Physician Assistant (Virtual)
4.80
·147 reviews
She is professional, she listens. You wont be disappointed! Great physician/ doctor! - May 12, 2024 by Hsinchun L.Click to read more
Markleeville, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Ms. Ashlee Shapiro is a skilled physician assistant offering in-person services at Horizon Medical Clinic in Newport Beach, CA, and also provides virtual consultations. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Quinnipiac University, equipping her with comprehensive training to del...Click to read more

Kathleen Pamilagas, PA

Physician Assistant (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
Chula Vista, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time

Dr. Claudia Ghisa, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
4.88
·25 reviews
This orthopedic surgeon was wonderful. She was very professional and actually LISTENED to me about my problem. And then proceeded to solve it! Also made the effort to find an MRI from a couple of years ago of my hip and saw that I had 2 tears in a tendon!! The original Dr. who ordered the MRI must...Click to read more
Burbank, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Claudia Ghisa is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and minimally invasive procedures of the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle. She completed her orthopedic training at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan and the Southern California Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Ghisa is passionate abou...Click to read more

Noel Almani, PA

Physician Assistant (Virtual)
5.00
·7 reviews
Great experience. Will keep the office as my PCP - Apr 8, 2024 by Austin A.Click to read more
Glendale, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Noel Almani is a certified physician assistant with a special interest in obesity medicine, LGBTQIA+ health, and internal medicine. Born and raised in New York City, Noel graduated in 2014 with a Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from Daemen College in Buffalo, NY. He relocated to Los Angele...Click to read more

Bailey Jene Boka, PA

Physician Assistant (Virtual)
Glendale, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Bailey grew up in San Diego, which means she came into this world with sunshine, an active lifestyle, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors already in her DNA. She brought all of that energy with her when she made Los Angeles home — and it shows in the way she practices medicine. She has always ...Click to read more

Dr. Stephan Sweet, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
4.72
·138 reviews
Thoroughly professional, prompt and human. Dr. Sweet and his staff. - Jul 29, 2019 by Jeffrey R.Click to read more
Ventura, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Expertise in knee replacement + 9 more ·
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Dr. Stephan Sweet is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His positive and warm bedside manner is one of his strongest attributes. Customizing his approach to match each patient’s specific needs, Dr. Sweet has an excellent track record of patient satisfaction and proven succ...Click to read more

Tatyana Kovalevskij, MSPA

Physician Assistant (Virtual)
4.57
·14 reviews
Everything I'd hope for in a PCP. Would recommend to a friend - May 7, 2026 by Thomasina W.Click to read more
Markleeville, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Ms. Tatyana Kovalevskij is a highly skilled physician assistant. She is a primary care provider at Altais in Oakland, CA, and also offers virtual care. Her approach is evidence based medicine with shared patient decision making. Ms. Kovalevskij emphasizes efficiency and clarity during visits, helpin...Click to read more

Dr. Steven Tradonsky, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
1.00
·1 review
4.5 mi · 7485 Mission Valley Rd, Ste 104A, San Diego, CA 92108
Out-of-network
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in knee replacement + 5 more ·
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A native of South Africa, he completed both his undergraduate studies and his medical degree at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Tradonsky went on to complete his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio. He then did a fellowship ...Click to read more
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Dr. Lester Randall Mohler, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
4.5 mi · 7485 Mission Valley Rd, Ste 104A, San Diego, CA 92108
Out-of-network
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Expertise in joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand ·
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A native of Columbus, Ohio, he completed his undergraduate work at Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio, and graduated Summa Cum Laude. Dr. Mohler received his medical doctorate from Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, and completed a general surgery internship at Penn State University, Hersh...Click to read more

Dr. Jeffrey Schultz, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in rotator cuff injury + 7 more ·
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A native of San Diego, California, he completed his undergraduate work at Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska. He received his medical doctorate at Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Schultz completed his internship at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego...Click to read more

Dr. Lester Randall Mohler, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Expertise in joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand ·
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A native of Columbus, Ohio, he completed his undergraduate work at Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio, and graduated Summa Cum Laude. Dr. Mohler received his medical doctorate from Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, and completed a general surgery internship at Penn State University, Hersh...Click to read more

Dr. Drew Peterson, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
4.5 mi · 7485 Mission Valley Rd, Ste 104A, San Diego, CA 92108
Out-of-network
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand + 1 more ·
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A native of Detroit, Michigan, he completed his undergraduate work at Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio. He received his medical doctorate from Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Peterson completed his surgery internship at Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, and a...Click to read more

Dr. Drew Peterson, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand + 1 more ·
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A native of Detroit, Michigan, he completed his undergraduate work at Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio. He received his medical doctorate from Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Peterson completed his surgery internship at Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, and a...Click to read more

Dr. Jeffrey Schultz, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
4.5 mi · 7485 Mission Valley Rd, Ste 104A, San Diego, CA 92108
Out-of-network
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in rotator cuff injury + 7 more ·
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A native of San Diego, California, he completed his undergraduate work at Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska. He received his medical doctorate at Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Schultz completed his internship at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego...Click to read more

Dr. Steven Tradonsky, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
1.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in knee replacement + 5 more ·
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A native of South Africa, he completed both his undergraduate studies and his medical degree at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Tradonsky went on to complete his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio. He then did a fellowship ...Click to read more

Dr. Devanshu Kansara, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
4.5 mi · 7485 Mission Valley Rd, Ste 104A, San Diego, CA 92108
Out-of-network
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in pain in joint + 2 more ·
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A native of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Kansara completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan Business School, and received his medical doctorate from the University of Michigan Medical School. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Cen...Click to read more

Dr. Devanshu Kansara, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in pain in joint + 2 more ·
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A native of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Kansara completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan Business School, and received his medical doctorate from the University of Michigan Medical School. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Cen...Click to read more

Dr. Tracey Didinger, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
4.87
·85 reviews
Easy to schedule and smooth going at the appointment. New fan of ZocDoc & Dr Didinger - Apr 9, 2025 by Julian R.Click to read more
Los Alamitos, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in arthritis ·
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Dr. Tracey C. Didinger is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine who treats a wide variety of sports, knee, elbow, and shoulder conditions. Dr. Didinger has specialized training in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder replacement surgery, shoulder instability surgery...Click to read more

Dr. Tony Bouz, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Dr. Was friendly, easy to talk to and understand. Gave good recommendations for my next steps. Gave number for another Dr that was closer to me. - Jun 6, 2023 by Kimberly K.Click to read more
San Dimas, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait timeExpertise in arthritis + 5 more

Dr. Tanner Harrah, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
San Dimas, CA
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in joint injury due to trauma + 2 more ·
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Dr. Tanner Harrah is a Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon who is fellowship trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy. He grew up in Temecula, CA, eventually earning a full scholarship in football and competed in track and field at California State University, Sacramento. He obtained a Bachelor of S...Click to read more
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Availability last updated 05/14/2026

Richard Richley, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
7785.5 mi · 3434 Midway Dr, 2007, San Diego, CA 92110
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Richard Richley, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA. They completed their residency at University Ca San Diego Medical Center. They attended medical school at Ohio State University College Of Medicine in 1970. Richard Richley was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Cert...Click to read more
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Most insurers provide coverage for video visits at the same cost as in-person visits. You can search on Zocdoc specifically for Orthopedic Surgeons in San Diego who accept UnitedHealthcare for video visits by selecting your carrier and plan from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. We recommend you check with your insurance carrier directly to confirm your coverage and out of pocket costs for video visits.

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