Summary

Dr. Ricardo Pyfrom is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington D.C. He completed his residency at Howard University Hospital, also in Washington D.C., before pursuing advanced fellowship training at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York. Dr. Pyfrom is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and holds fellowship status with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He provides care in English.

Dr. Pyfrom practices at Dignity Health Medical Group in Merced, California, where he focuses on treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He frequently helps patients with osteoarthritis and hip arthritis, providing relief for joint pain and mobility issues. His expertise also includes treating carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition that affects hand and wrist function. Dr. Pyfrom performs joint fluid removal procedures and bursa injections to reduce inflammation and pain. Patients rate his care at 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stony Brook University Hospital, New York
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Primary Care & Specialty Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Merced, CA

315 Mercy Ave Suite 400Merced, CA 95340
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Ricardo O Pyfrom, MD, FAAOSDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Mark Thomas Hellner, MDDr. Mark William Via, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySports MedicineOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.9 
3.4 
4.2 
37 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Merced , CAMonterey , CAModesto , CAMerced , CA
Med School: Howard University College of Medicine, Washington D.C. Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ricardo O Pyfrom

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Ricardo O Pyfrom has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ricardo O Pyfrom has the following 14 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

Ricardo O Pyfrom holds an active medical license in the states of Maryland and California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Stony Brook University Hospital, New York.

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital, Washington D.C..

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College of Medicine, Washington D.C..

NPI Number

Ricardo O Pyfrom's NPI number is 1083788095.

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Ricardo Pyfrom speaks English.
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Where is Ricardo Pyfrom's office located?
Ricardo Pyfrom's office is located at 315 Mercy Ave Suite 400, Merced, CA, 95340.

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