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Dr. John Finkenberg, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 70
Dr. John Finkenberg, MD
3.1 (22 Ratings)

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Dr. John Finkenberg, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. John Finkenberg, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 70
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Finkenberg, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. John Finkenberg, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA. Dr. Finkenberg currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Finkenberg has experience treating conditions like Sciatica, Degenerative Disc Disease and Intervertebral Disc Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Finkenberg received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Dr. Finkenberg's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Finkenberg also speaks Spanish. Dr. Finkenberg is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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

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Sciatica
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Sciatica
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Sciatica
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Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Upper Back Pain
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Tarlov Cyst
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Steroid Injection
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rib Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Still's Disease
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
TMJ
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Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Health Net
    Tricare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Thrivent Financial
  • PERS Choice / PERSCare Providers-CA PPO
  • Health Premier
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
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  • Blue Shield of California
  • GEHA
  • HealthyBlue Advantage

Locations

  1. 1 Alvarado Orthopedic Medical Group Inc.
    5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 104, San Diego, CA 92120
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 286-9480
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 West Coast OB/GYN Inc
    8860 Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 286-9480
  3. 3 Grossmont Hospital Corporation
    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 740-6000

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Finkenberg
3.1
Based on 22 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (10)

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Jul 09, 2024
Always takes time to understand your needs. Wants to make sure you are always confident in his treatments. Follows up to make sure all is okay after a procedure. Couldn’t ask for a better Doctor!
Chris — Jul 09, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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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. John Finkenberg, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Finkenberg's profile.

Dr. Finkenberg frequently treats the following conditions: Sciatica, Degenerative Disc Disease and Intervertebral Disc Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Finkenberg, MD is affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Finkenberg, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

    6655 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA