Summary

Dr. Bruce Huffer is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing nearly five decades of expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. With 48 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions, Dr. Huffer has developed extensive knowledge in helping patients recover from both athletic injuries and age-related joint problems. He communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Huffer practices at multiple locations throughout San Jose, California, including O'Connor Hospital, Regional Medical Center of San Jose, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee arthritis. He performs procedures like bursa injections and joint fluid removal to help reduce pain and improve mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 48 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Bruce Russell Huffer has 5 locations

Bruce R Huffer Md Inc

2100 Forest Ave Ste 107San Jose, CA 95128
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Oconnor Hospital

2105 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128

Good Samaritan Hospital

2425 Samaritan DrSan Jose, CA 95124

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
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48 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Jose , CARedwood City , CARedwood City , CALos Gatos , CA
Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce Russell Huffer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CareMore
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • PreferredOne
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce Russell Huffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce Russell Huffer has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Bruce Russell Huffer holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Huffer's NPI number is 1376581934.

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What languages does Dr. Bruce Huffer speak?
Dr. Bruce Huffer speaks English and Spanish.
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