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Dr. Michael Puchowicz, MD

Lakeside, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puchowicz, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist in Lakeside, AZ?

    Dr. Michael Puchowicz, MD is a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakeside, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Puchowicz is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puchowicz’s office at (928) 537-1040.

    Is Dr. Puchowicz board certified as a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Puchowicz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Puchowicz speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puchowicz typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puchowicz 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. Puchowicz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    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:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puchowicz typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puchowicz 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. Puchowicz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
    • Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Reduction
    • Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
    • Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
    • Transcondylar Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
    • 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

    Does Dr. Puchowicz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puchowicz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 537-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puchowicz accept in Lakeside, AZ?

    Dr. Puchowicz in Lakeside, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AmeriBen

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Mercy Care

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Puchowicz's office located?

    Dr. Michael Puchowicz's Primary Practice

    4830 Highway 260 Ste 102

    Lakeside, AZ 85929

    (928) 537-1040

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

    Dr. Puchowicz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134452303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puchowicz?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Puchowicz's specialty?

    Dr. Puchowicz is a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist near Lakeside, AZ.

    What does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatric sports medicine physician provides ongoing care focused on health, fitness, and injury prevention for young athletes while also addressing the preventing care of injury and illness. They possess expertise in areas like exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehab, and injury management. With specialized training, they work to enhance wellness and promote safe participation in sports, whether for individuals or teams.

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

    Yes, Dr. Puchowicz is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Yuma Regional Medical Center, Verde Valley 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

    When to see a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Michael Puchowicz accepting new patients in Lakeside, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Puchowicz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puchowicz's office at (928) 537-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Puchowicz?

    Please contact Dr. Puchowicz's office at (928) 537-1040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Puchowicz have?

    Dr. Michael Puchowicz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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