Dr. Michael Dibenedetto, MD

Ponderay, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Dibenedetto, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ponderay, ID?

Dr. Michael Dibenedetto, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ponderay, ID with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Dibenedetto graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ohio State University Hospital Program. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Dibenedetto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dibenedetto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dibenedetto’s office at (208) 265-9817.

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

Residency: Ohio State University Hospital Program
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

Is Dr. Dibenedetto board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

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

What languages does Dr. Dibenedetto speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

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

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

ICD-10 Codes:

M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

Also known as:

Pain in Right Knee
Pain in Left Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee

ICD-10 Codes:

M25561: Pain in right knee
M25562: Pain in left knee

Also known as:

Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Chronic Low Back Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M5459: Other low back pain

Also known as:

Right Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25511: Pain in right shoulder

Also known as:

Right Hip Pain
Hip Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore Right Hip
Right Hip Ache
Right Hip Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25551: Pain in right hip

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

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

CPT Codes:

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

Also known as:

Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
Knee Injection with Ultrasound

CPT Codes:

20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

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

Also known as:

Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
Shoulder Tendon Repair
Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

CPT Codes:

23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

Also known as:

Partial Collarbone Removal
Partial Claviculectomy
Collarbone Resection
Shoulder Bone Surgery

CPT Codes:

23120: Claviculectomy; partial

Also known as:

Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
Endoscopy
Shoulder Scope Cleaning
Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

CPT Codes:

29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

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)

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

Does Dr. Dibenedetto accept my insurance?

Dr. Dibenedetto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 265-9817 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Dibenedetto accept in Ponderay, ID?

Dr. Dibenedetto in Ponderay, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Dibenedetto's office located?

Dr. Michael Dibenedetto's Primary Practice

30544 Highway 200 Ste 102

Ponderay, ID 83852

(208) 265-9817

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Dr. Michael Dibenedetto's Practice 2

6640 Kaniksu St

Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

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What hospitals are Dr. Dibenedetto affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Dibenedetto has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Bonner General Hospital,Sandpoint, ID

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Northwest Specialty Hospital,Post Falls, ID

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Kootenai Health,Coeur d'Alene, ID

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Boundary Community Hospital,Bonners Ferry, ID

Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Fellow of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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

Dr. Dibenedetto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679644397.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dibenedetto?

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

What is Dr. Michael Dibenedetto's specialty?

Dr. Dibenedetto is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Ponderay, ID.

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 Dibenedetto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Dibenedetto is affiliated with Bonner General Hospital, Northwest Specialty Hospital, Kootenai Health 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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