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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawler, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Novato, CA?
Dr. Mark Lawler, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Novato, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lawler graduated from The Chicago Medical School/Rosalind Franklin University of Health Sciences and completed his residency at University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital. He is a member of the AAOS, AAOS, and AAOS. Dr. Lawler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawler’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawler’s office at (415) 492-1600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lawler?
Dr. Mark Lawler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lawler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Novato/CA community, Dr. Lawler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lawler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Palo Alto Medical Clinic - Sports Medicine
Residency: University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital
Medical School: The Chicago Medical School/Rosalind Franklin University of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Lawler board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lawler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2002
What languages does Dr. Lawler speak?
Dr. Lawler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lawler treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lawler 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. Lawler. 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.
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
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:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Lawler perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lawler 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. Lawler. 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.
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Hip Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole hip surgery
- Hip scope loose body
- Arthroscopic foreign body removal (hip)
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
- 29861: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Hip Arthroscopy for Cartilage or Labrum Repair
- Hip Arthroscopy with Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
- Hip Scope with Chondroplasty
- Hip Labrum Resection
- Arthroscopic Hip Debridement
- Hip Joint Clean-up
- Synovial Membrane Removal Hip
- Keyhole Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
- 29862: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), abrasion arthroplasty, and/or resection of labrum
- 29863: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with synovectomy
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Acetabuloplasty
- Removal of Hip Bursa or Calcification
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope for Pincer Lesion
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole Hip Surgery
- Trochanteric Bursitis Excision
- Hip Calcification Removal
- Bursa Removal from Hip
CPT Codes:
- 29915: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with acetabuloplasty (ie, treatment of pincer lesion)
- 27062: Excision; trochanteric bursa or calcification
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:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Open Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee ligament augmentation
- Intra-articular knee ligament repair
- ACL reconstruction (open)
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27428: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; intra-articular (open)
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Quadriceps or Hamstring Muscle Repair
- Thigh Muscle Rupture Repair
- Quadriceps Tendon Repair
- Hamstring Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27385: Suture of quadriceps or hamstring muscle rupture; primary
Also known as:
- Ischial Bursa Removal
- Bursectomy
- Ischial bursitis surgery
- Sitting bone bursa removal
- Hip bursa excision
CPT Codes:
- 27060: Excision; ischial bursa
Also known as:
- Quadriceps or Hamstring Muscle Repair with Graft
- Thigh Muscle Rupture Repair
- Hamstring Tendon Reconstruction
- Quadriceps Tendon Graft Surgery
- Leg Muscle Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27386: Suture of quadriceps or hamstring muscle rupture; secondary reconstruction, including fascial or tendon graft
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Does Dr. Lawler accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 492-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawler accept in Novato, CA?
Dr. Lawler in Novato, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Partnership Health Plan
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lawler's office located?
Dr. Mark Lawler's Primary Practice
7100 Redwood Blvd Ste 200
Novato, CA 94945
(415) 492-1600
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 6 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
93% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Mark Lawler an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Lawler has been rated and reviewed by 6 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Lawler, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
AAOS
Member
2000 - 2021
AAOS
Member
2000 - 2021
AAOS
Member
2000 - 2021
What is Dr. Lawler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235238130.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawler
What is Dr. Mark Lawler's specialty?
Dr. Lawler is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Novato, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Lawler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Lawler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawler is affiliated with Novato Community Hospital, MarinHealth Medical Center 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 Mark Lawler accepting new patients in Novato, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lawler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Lawler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawler's office at (415) 492-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Lawler?
Please contact Dr. Lawler's office at (415) 492-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Lawler have?
Dr. Mark Lawler is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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