Expertise in
22
conditions

Dr. Joseph H. Schwab

Orthopedics
Cedars-Sinai Spine Center
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
22
conditions
Cedars-Sinai Spine Center
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Joseph Schwab is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Schwab is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Tumor, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 385 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in MA

Hospital Affiliations

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • 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
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Cedars-Sinai Spine Center
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA 90048

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

Pilot Study of the Effect of High Doses of Radiation on Bone Metabolism and Structure in Patients Treated With Adjuvant Radiotherapy and Surgery for Sacral Tumors
Pilot Study of the Effect of High Doses of Radiation on Bone Metabolism and Structure in Patients Treated With Adjuvant Radiotherapy and Surgery for Sacral Tumors
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 07, 2021
Intervention Type: Radiation, Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY): A Multi-Center International Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Alternative Antibiotic Regimens in Patients Undergoing Tumor Resections With Endoprosthetic Replacements
Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY): A Multi-Center International Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Alternative Antibiotic Regimens in Patients Undergoing Tumor Resections With Endoprosthetic Replacements
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 11, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
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385 Total Publications

Survival Prognostication in Spinal Metastasis: From Clinical Intuition to Data-Driven Decision Making.
Survival Prognostication in Spinal Metastasis: From Clinical Intuition to Data-Driven Decision Making.
Journal: Spine
Published: August 27, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph H. Schwab

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph H. Schwab by calling their office at 310-423-9900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joseph H. Schwab a top-rated expert for Chordoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph H. Schwab is classified as an Elite expert for Chordoma, 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. Joseph H. Schwab specialize in?

While Dr. Joseph H. Schwab is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Chordoma, Chondrosarcoma, and Bone Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Joseph H. Schwab participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joseph H. Schwab has published 385 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chordoma. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph H. Schwab's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joseph H. Schwab accept my insurance?

Dr. Joseph H. Schwab accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-423-9900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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