--- title: "Dr. C. Scott Walthour | Orthopedist in Tracy, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. C. Scott Walthour, M.D. practices Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine in Tracy, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-c-scott-walthour-1046233428" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. C. Scott Walthour, M.D. ![C. Scott Walthour, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/qt13e3-aCEMCLNXGwNZRb44d-R4TNiTduVbIiTF2SnE/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 5/5 [(779 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # C. Scott Walthour, M.D. ## Orthopedic Surgery - Accepting new patients ## Sports Medicine - New patients, please call for availability [445 West Eaton AvenueTracy, CA 95376](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=445+West+Eaton+Avenue+Tracy%2C+CA+95376+US) ## Schedule appointment [209-524-1211](tel:+12095241211) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-c-scott-walthour-1046233428#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-c-scott-walthour-1046233428#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-c-scott-walthour-1046233428#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-c-scott-walthour-1046233428#provider-services) ## About Dr. Walthour Languages English Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Professional highlights Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Member of Arthroscopy Association of North America and American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, personal interests include golf and travel. ## Education and training **Medical school:** The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine **Internship:** New England Medical Center Hospitals, Surgery **Residency:** Tufts Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery **Fellowship:** Doctors Hospital-Baptist Health South Florida, Sports Medicine ## Board certifications - Orthopedic Surgery - Board Certified - Sports Medicine - Board Certified ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Memorial Medical Center Modesto - Sutter Tracy Community Hospital ### Medical groups - Gould Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (2 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (23 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Tracy Care Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/tracy-eaton-care-center-1043247318) 445 West Eaton Avenue Tracy, CA 95376 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=445+West+Eaton+Avenue+Tracy%2C+CA+95376+US) [209-524-1211](tel:+12095241211) 209-839-8316 Sunday Closed Monday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Acute Fracture Management - Ankle arthroscopy - Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery - Arthroscopic shoulder stabilization & labral repair - Biologic Joint Reconstruction - Biologic Resurfacing of the Knee - Carpal tunnel release - Cartilage Implantation and Transfer - Cartilage restoration - Elbow arthroscopy - Elbow surgery - Elbow Tendon and Ligament Repair - Fracture care - Joint injections - Knee arthroscopy - Knee ligament reconstruction and realignment - [Knee replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee-replacement) - Knee Tendon Repair - Meniscus repair - Microfracture Surgery - Non-Surgical Management of Orthopedic Problems - Osteochondral Allograft - Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - Reconstruction of Posterolateral Corner Injuries - Reconstructive surgery - Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement - Rotator cuff surgery - Shoulder arthroscopy - [Shoulder Replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/shoulder-replacement) - Shoulder surgery - Shoulder Tendon Repair - Unicompartmental Replacement - Viscosupplementation ### Conditions - ACL tear - Arthritis of the knee - Cartilage Diseases - Cartilage Injuries - [Complex Hand and Wrist Injuries](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/hand-wrist-elbow) - Dislocated shoulder - Injured Rotator Cuff - Knee disorders - Meniscal Injury - Osteochondral Defects - Overuse Injuries - Periarticular Fractures - Posterolateral Corner Injury - Rotator cuff tear - Shoulder arthritis - [Shoulder disorders](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/shoulder) - Shoulder Fracture - Shoulder impingement syndrome - Shoulder labral tear - Superior Labral Tear from Anterior to Posterior - Women's foot health ### Reasons for visit - Adolescent Athletes - Pediatric Sports Medicine - [Sports medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sports-medicine) - Women's Sports Medicine ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Sports medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sports-medicine) - [Sports injury and orthopedic rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sports-injury-and-orthopedic-rehabilitation) ## From Dr. Walthour [Health Q&A ### Achilles Tendonitis What's the fastest way to recover from Achilles tendonitis? I have a case of insertional tendonitis, and it's been six weeks since I've been able to run. I'd like to get back to my activities. ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/achilles-tendonitis-1051061099) [Health Q&A ### ACL Tear or Arthritis in Knee? I had an X-ray and MRI on my right knee for severe pain. The radiologist said there was an ACL tear, but my doctor attributed it to arthritis. I don't have swelling and the pain is intermittent. If it were arthritis, wouldn't I have other symptoms? ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/acl-tear-or-arthritis-in-knee-1051061356) [Health Q&A ### Deciding on Knee Replacement? I am 79 years old and fairly fit, but I have some problems with balance and a lot of pain in my knees. An orthopedist said I had "bone-on-bone" issues. Do you have any advice for me that could help me make a decision about knee replacements? ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/ask-an-expert/answers/deciding-on-knee-replacement-1051061456) ## Similar providers nearby - ![Audrey Lee](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/yPfgzdgQ_IfesJaB2S9q82s-5fS_elb8mXtpLC6zFP0/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Audrey Lee, PA-C](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/audrey-lee-2052034835) 445 West Eaton Avenue Tracy, CA 95376 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=445+West+Eaton+Avenue+Tracy%2C+CA+95376+US) \+ 1 location [209-835-0100](tel:+12098350100) #### Orthopedic Surgery - New patients, please call for availability - ![Matthew J. Coates](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/jSK4V114uqGAAIy4UmW4KNLQXZLsK2OvfR6YcryzmY4/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Matthew J. Coates, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-matthew-j-coates-1046240179) 445 West Eaton Avenue Tracy, CA 95376 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=445+West+Eaton+Avenue+Tracy%2C+CA+95376+US) \+ 1 location [209-830-4062](tel:+12098304062) #### Trauma Surgery - Accepting new patients - Acute Care Surgery #### Orthopedic Surgery - Accepting new patients - ![Grace Chong](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/vy8MMzdkdNiRStV2cmfRVQdJrfW5UQzTk8T4G5Y_TMs/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Grace Chong, PA-C](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/grace-chong-1046249484) Tracy Care Center 445 West Eaton Ave. Tracy, CA 95377 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=445+West+Eaton+Ave.+Tracy%2C+CA+95377+US) [209-830-4062](tel:+12098304062) #### Orthopedic Surgery - New patients, please call for availability ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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