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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kowalski, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Heather Kowalski, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kowalski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalski’s office at (319) 356-1088.
What languages does Dr. Kowalski speak?
Dr. Kowalski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowalski diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kowalski. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Unequal Limb Length
- Bone Disease
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Leg Length Inequality
- Arm Length Difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Kowalski may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kowalski accept my insurance?
Dr. Kowalski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalski accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Kowalski in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?
What is Dr. Kowalski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kowalski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386809374.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kowalski
What is Dr. Heather Kowalski's specialty?
Dr. Kowalski is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Heather Kowalski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kowalski is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Heather Kowalski accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Kowalski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Kowalski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (319) 356-1088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Kowalski?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (319) 356-1088 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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