Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Bestard, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · San Clemente, CA
- NPI 1396857769
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
653 Camino de Los Mares, Suite 102
San Clemente, CA 926732808
(949) 661-8800
fax (949) 661-9033
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 12, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G50298
- Medicaid
- CA #00G5029800
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396857769. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
367
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$29,408
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 111 | 62 | $98 | |
J7321 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 77 | 18 | $74 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 75 | 29 | $81 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 56 | 21 | $12 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 31 | 31 | $122 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 17 | 17 | $137 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 153. This provider delivers 2.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
35
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$347
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 18 | 0 | $150 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $196 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Bestard's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Bestard practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in San Clemente, CA.
Where does Dr. Edward Bestard practice?
Dr. Edward Bestard practices at 653 Camino de Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 926732808. Office phone: 9496618800.
What is Dr. Edward Bestard's NPI?
Dr. Edward Bestard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396857769, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Bestard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Bestard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Bestard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose (HCPCS J7321); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.