Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. David L. Skaggs

Orthopedics
Cedars-Sinai Spine Center-Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Expertise in
9
conditions
Cedars-Sinai Spine Center-Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

David Skaggs is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Skaggs is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 293 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Cedars-Sinai Spine Center-Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Skaggs has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

Hospital-Based Cluster Stratified Randomization Control Trial: Determination of Best Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods Implementation Strategy Using Distraction Intervals
Hospital-Based Cluster Stratified Randomization Control Trial: Determination of Best Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods Implementation Strategy Using Distraction Intervals
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: October 24, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
The Treatment of Progressive Early Onset Spinal Deformities: A Multi-Center Outcome Study
The Treatment of Progressive Early Onset Spinal Deformities: A Multi-Center Outcome Study
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 06, 2020
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286 Total Publications

Frailty and Surgical Invasiveness Are Independently Associated with Complications in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery.
Frailty and Surgical Invasiveness Are Independently Associated with Complications in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery.
Journal: The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume
Published: August 04, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David L. Skaggs

How do I make an appointment with Dr. David L. Skaggs?

You can book an appointment with Dr. David L. Skaggs by calling their office at 310-423-6665. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. David L. Skaggs a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David L. Skaggs is classified as an Elite expert for Scoliosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. David L. Skaggs specialize in?

While Dr. David L. Skaggs is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. David L. Skaggs participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David L. Skaggs has published 286 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scoliosis. You can view a list of Dr. David L. Skaggs's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David L. Skaggs accept my insurance?

Dr. David L. Skaggs accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-423-6665 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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