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Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD is a pediatric orthopedist in San Antonio, TX specializing in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine. Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD is affiliated with UT Health San Antonio, University Health and THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO.
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Louisiana.
Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals (2015)
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: Louisiana
Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MultiPlan, Prime Health, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Blue Choice, Galaxy Health Network, Coventry, Blue California, Trustmark , BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, HealthSpring, United Healthcare, Three Rivers, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, First Health, WellPoint, Employers Health Network, HealthSmart, Superior Health Plan, Independent Medical Systems - Commercial (PPO), Administrative Concepts - Third Party Administrator, Kempton Group Administrators - Third Party Administrator, CHAMPVA - Governmental, Zelis - Third Party Administrator, Century Healthcare - Third Party Administrator, El Paso Health - CHIP, Key Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator, OptumHealth - Transplant Network, 6 Degrees - Transplant, Oscar - Commercial Exchange, Imperial Health - Commercial (Exchange), Provider Network of America - Commercial (All Products), Entrust - Third Party Administrator, SANA Benefits - Commercial (All Products), HMA LLC - Third Party Administrator, Aetna Health - Commercial (HMO, Managed Choice POS, Meritain, Open Choice PPO), Allied Benefit Systems - Third Party Administrator, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (Multiple Payers), Universal Benefits Consortium (Allegiance) - Direct Contract with TPA/Broker for select ISDs, Private Healthcare Systems - Commercial (All Products), Aetna Health - Commercial (QPOS, SAISD, Select), Injury Management Organization - Workers Compensation, Benefit Administrative Systems - Third Party Administrator, Tokio Marine - Transplant Network, Group and Pension Administrators - Third Party Administrator, EBSO Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Aetna Health - Commercial (Choice POS II, Elect Choice EPO, Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)), Allegiance - Universal Benefits Consortium, Interlink - Transplant Network, Independent Medical Systems - Workers Compensation, Lucent Health - Third Party Administrator, Imagine 360 - Third Party Administrator, Curative - Commercial (All Products), Aetna Health - Transplant ONLY, Insurance Accepted, Veterans Administration - Governmental, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (PPO), Ancira Enterprises - Direct Employer, WebTPA - Third Party Administrator, International Benefits Administrators - Third Party Administrator, Gilsbar - Third Party Administrator, University of Incarnate Word - Direct Contact with Employer, Scott & White Health Plan - Commercial (Exchange, HMO, PPO), LifeTrac - Transplant Network, 90 Degree Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Point Comfort Underwriters - Refugee Medical Assistance (Adults, Children) and Aetna Better Health - CHIP/CHIP Perinate Newborn.
According to our sources, Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Antonio, TX.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven David Gibbons, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,021
NA $234 |
EXPert Nail $225 |
Foot Osteotomy Wedge System $155 |
LCP $120 |
VA-LCP $103 |
Other $185 |
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$797
$797 |
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$556
MESA $321 |
MESA Small Stature Spinal System $144 |
MESA RAIL $91 |
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$522
SHILLA $522 |
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$111
CD HORIZON $111 |
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$48
Q-FIX Shoulder $33 |
UBRELVY $15 |
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Dr. Steven Gibbons is a specialist in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. Areas of expertise for Dr. Gibbons include frozen shoulder, arm fracture, and femur (thigh bone) fracture. His hospital/clinic affiliations include UT Health San Antonio and the University Health. He is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine. Dr. Gibbons's training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. He usually is in-network for Trustmark, Aetna EPO, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. He welcomes new patients at his office inSan Antonio, TX as reported by UT Health San Antonio.
