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Dr. Michael Lefkowitz, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Circleville, OH

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lefkowitz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Circleville, OH?

    Dr. Michael Lefkowitz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Circleville, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Lefkowitz graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Lefkowitz is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lefkowitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lefkowitz’s office at (740) 477-6511.

    Where did Dr. Lefkowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lefkowitz board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lefkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lefkowitz speak?

    Dr. Lefkowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lefkowitz typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lefkowitz 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. Lefkowitz. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lefkowitz typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lefkowitz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lefkowitz. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Does Dr. Lefkowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lefkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 477-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lefkowitz accept in Circleville, OH?

    Dr. Lefkowitz in Circleville, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lefkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Michael Lefkowitz's Primary Practice

    130 Morris Rd

    Circleville, OH 43113

    (740) 477-6511

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    Dr. Michael Lefkowitz's Practice 2

    2030 Stringtown Rd Ste 1

    Grove City, OH 43123

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    What is Dr. Lefkowitz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lefkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932280906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lefkowitz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lefkowitz

    What is Dr. Michael Lefkowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Lefkowitz is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Circleville, OH.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Michael Lefkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lefkowitz is affiliated with Ohiohealth Berger Hospital, Ohiohealth O’bleness Hospital, Kettering Health Dayton, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, Ohiohealth Hardin Memorial Hospital 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 Dr. Michael Lefkowitz accepting new patients in Circleville, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lefkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Lefkowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lefkowitz's office at (740) 477-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Lefkowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Lefkowitz's office at (740) 477-6511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lefkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Lefkowitz's offices are located in Circleville, OH and Grove City, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Lefkowitz have?

    Dr. Michael Lefkowitz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.