Summary

Dr. Kenton Horacek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over five decades to helping patients with musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at UCLA Medical Center, followed by additional training at Wadsworth Veterans Administration Hospital. Dr. Horacek is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Horacek practices at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Santa Monica and maintains hospital privileges at UCI Health Lakewood. He specializes in treating joint pain and osteoarthritis, particularly knee conditions that affect mobility and quality of life. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training programs designed to restore function and reduce discomfort. Patients consistently rate Dr. Horacek highly for his care, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 54 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center- Orthopaedics
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Santa Monica

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400Santa Monica, CA 90404
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Kenton S Horacek, MDDr. Terrence T Kim, MDDr. Brandon OrtegaDr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
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54 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Monica , CALos Angeles , CALong Beach , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenton S Horacek

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kenton S Horacek has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kenton S Horacek has the following 16 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center- Orthopaedics1977
Wadsworth Veterans Administration Hospital1973

Medical School

University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Dr. Kenton Horacek speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Kenton Horacek affiliated with?
Dr. Kenton Horacek is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.

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