Summary

Dr. Praveen Murthy is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery, bringing 12 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, one of the nation's leading teaching hospitals. Dr. Murthy is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Murthy practices at Kaiser Permanente in San Marcos, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center East Campus. He focuses on treating conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis affecting the hands. His surgical expertise includes hand and wrist surgery, open carpal tunnel surgery, and trigger finger release procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Murthy highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 12 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 18 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 44 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Kaiser Permanente- San Diego

400 Craven RdSan Marcos, CA 92078

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.9 
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12 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Tagalog
San Marcos , CAMonterey , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Praveen G Murthy

  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Praveen G Murthy has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Praveen G Murthy has the following 44 areas of expertise

  • Arthroplasty
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Distal Radius Fracture
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Elbow Arthroscopy
  • Elbow Fractures
  • Endoscopic Surgery
  • Extensor Tendon Laceration
  • Fracture Malunions
  • Fracture Nonunions
  • Gamekeeper's Thumb
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Hand Fractures
  • Hand Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Jersey Finger
  • Joint Arthroscopy
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Ligament Injuries
  • Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Nerve Laceration
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Overuse Injuries
  • Radial Head Fracture
  • Radial Tunnel Syndrome
  • Replantation
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Injury
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Tendinitis
  • TFCC Tear
  • Trigger Finger
  • Wrist Arthroscopy

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Murthy's NPI number is 1982017836.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Praveen Murthy's office located?
Dr. Praveen Murthy's office is located at 400 Craven Rd, San Marcos, CA, 92078.
What languages does Dr. Praveen Murthy speak?
Dr. Praveen Murthy speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Praveen Murthy affiliated with?
Dr. Praveen Murthy is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center East Campus.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Praveen Murthy?
You can find contact information for Dr. Praveen Murthy here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Praveen Murthy accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Praveen Murthy has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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