John Patrick Nelligan, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

John Patrick Nelligan is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Sonora, CA with over 44 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(209) 536-5780Sonora, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

John Patrick Nelligan, MD has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 44+ years, working in group practice. A Rush Medical College of Rush University graduate since 1982, he brings 44+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

1 of 250 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in CASee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Sonora44+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4637dNPPES updated 2013-09-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

680 Guzzi Ln Ste 102, Sonora, CA 95370-5288

Fax: (209) 588-2760
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Arthritis
75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Hypertension
74%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Anxiety Disorders
25%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Diabetes
21%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Mood Disorders
21%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1982

    Rush Medical College of Rush University

  2. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 1982)

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With John Patrick Nelligan

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John Patrick Nelligan for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Sonora required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Patrick Nelligan

Dr. Nelligan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sonora, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (209) 536-5780.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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