Summary

Dr. Thomas Knapp is a dual-specialty physician practicing both family medicine and orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at USC Medical Center in 1994, followed by a specialized sports medicine fellowship at Santa Monica Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group in 1995. With 37 years of clinical experience, Dr. Knapp holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He communicates with patients in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Knapp practices at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Santa Monica and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Johns Health Center. His expertise focuses on treating joint pain, shoulder problems, and rotator cuff injuries. He utilizes comprehensive treatment approaches including physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients recover from orthopedic conditions. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Santa Monica Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group- Sports Medicine
  • 39 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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4.7 
4.2 
37 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Santa Monica , CATorrance , CAPlacentia , CATarzana , CA
Med School: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas P Knapp

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance - POS
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • United American
  • United American - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas P Knapp has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas P Knapp has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Santa Monica Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group- Sports Medicine1995

Residency

University of Southern California Medical Center- Orthopaedic Surgery1994
University of Southern California Medical Center- Orthopaedic Surgery1990

Medical School

University of Southern California Keck School of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Where is Dr. Thomas Knapp's office located?
Dr. Thomas Knapp's office is located at 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
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What languages does Dr. Thomas Knapp speak?
Dr. Thomas Knapp speaks Spanish and English.

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