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Dr. Santi Rao, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 73
Dr. Santi Rao, MD
4.4 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. Santi Rao, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Concord, CA.
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4.4 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. Santi Rao, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 73
Concord, CA
Accepting new patients
52 years of experience
Dr. Santi Rao, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Concord, CA.

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Dr. Rao graduated from Armed Forces Medical College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences in 1972 and completed a residency at State University of New York Health Science Center-Brooklyn.Dr. Santi Rao, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Concord, CA and has 52 years experience. Dr. Rao currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Eden Medical Center, John Muir Medical Center Concord, Adventist Health Ukiah Valley and John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Rao's office accepts new patients. Dr. Rao also speaks Hindi and Spanish. Dr. Rao is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Back Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Herniated Disc
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Low Back Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Herniated Disc
Back Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Neck Sprain
Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylolisthesis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Fracture
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Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Pathological Spine Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Upper Back Pain
Whiplash
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Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
  • Choice Care PPO
    National POS
    Choice POS
  • Pathway-CA EPO
    Blue Cross CA Anthem High Performance Network
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Local Access Plus HMO
    Access Plus Savenet HMO
    Trio ACO HMO
  • Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
  • CA Healthnet PPO

Locations

  1. 1 California Spine Care
    2291 Pacheco St, Concord, CA 94520

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4.4
Based on 19 Reviews
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1 Star (3)

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Jan 07, 2023
I meet Dr.Rao in 1994 after a work injury to my back. He had the most highest bedside manner. That I have ever experienced in a doctor. I was very impressed sitting in his waiting room office. Sat a full resume. Of all his schooling and practices. We he went over my MRI. He explained it fully. He told me he could do a l4 l5 fusion. But before I make a decision about having this major surgery. I needed to take a minute to make such a big decision. I felt very confident in him. So I chose to have the surgery. So in March of 1994 he did the major surgery. I’m here to say he did an incredible job. I was told by Dr. Rai that there would be also possibly chances. Of having continued orthopedic care. that having more stress on the disc above and below that he would have to continue the fusion.Well here I am almost 30 years later. And have not had any troubles whatsoever. I’m am so grateful to Dr. RAO. Thank you so much for giving me a great life.
Linda (Midkiff) Johnson — Jan 07, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Hindi
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Armed Forces Medical College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences
    1972
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Muhlenberg Hospital
    1976
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • State University of New York Health Science Center-Brooklyn
    1980
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • City Hospital Germany
    1982
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Santi Rao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rao's profile.

Dr. Santi Rao, MD is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, John Muir Medical Center Concord, Adventist Health Ukiah Valley and John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek.

Yes, Dr. Santi Rao, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Eden Medical Center

    20103 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA

  • John Muir Medical Center Concord

    2540 East St, Concord, CA

  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley

    275 Hospital Dr, Ukiah, CA

  • John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA