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Dr. James Carr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
Dr. James Carr, MD
3.7 (50 Ratings)

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Dr. James Carr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Dr. James Carr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
San Luis Obispo, CA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Carr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA.

About

Dr. Carr graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University. Dr. James Carr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA and has 28 years experience. Dr. Carr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Adventist Health Twin Cities. Dr. Carr has experience treating conditions like Degenerative Disc Disease, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Neck Muscle Strain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carr received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 50 times. Dr. Carr's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Carr accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Neck Muscle Strain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Neck Muscle Strain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Neck Muscle Strain
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Arthrocentesis
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Interlaminar Spacer
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Steroid Injection
Abdominal Pain
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Lipomas
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Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Meniscus Tear
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Secondary Malignancies
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Joint Drainage
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    AWH Southern California HMO
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    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Open Choice PPO
    Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
    Northern CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
  • Open Access Plus
    LocalPlus
    Cigna PPO
  • Options PPO
    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    SignatureValue Alliance
    SignatureValue - CA HMO
  • Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
    Platinum 90 PPO
    Silver 70 PPO
    Blue Shield of California PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1551 Bishop St Ste 210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 547-2800
  2. 2 Twin Cities Community Hospital
    1100 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA 93465
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 434-3500
  3. 3 Office
    8844 Morro Rd, Atascadero, CA 93422
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carr
3.7
Based on 50 Reviews
5 Stars (32)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (15)

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Apr 06, 2024
I was nearly immobile with back issues and Dr. Carr got me up and running in no time.
Eric Simonsen — Apr 06, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University
    1996
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Via Christi Regional Medical Center
    1997
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California Davis Medical Center
    2001
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Carr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carr's profile.

Dr. Carr frequently treats the following conditions: Degenerative Disc Disease, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Neck Muscle Strain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Carr, MD is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Adventist Health Twin Cities.

Hospital Affiliations

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Adventist Health Twin Cities

    1100 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA