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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penczak, Surgeon in Novato, CA?
Dr. Frederick Penczak, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Novato, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Penczak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penczak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penczak’s office at (415) 209-1300.
What languages does Dr. Penczak speak?
Dr. Penczak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Penczak treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Penczak 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. Penczak. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does Dr. Penczak perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Penczak 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. Penczak. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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])
Does Dr. Penczak accept my insurance?
Dr. Penczak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 209-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penczak accept in Novato, CA?
Dr. Penczak in Novato, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Penczak's office located?
What is Dr. Penczak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penczak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841379070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penczak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penczak
What is Dr. Frederick Penczak's specialty?
Dr. Penczak is a Surgeon near Novato, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Penczak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frederick Penczak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penczak is affiliated with MarinHealth Medical Center, Novato Community 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 Frederick Penczak accepting new patients in Novato, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Penczak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Penczak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penczak's office at (415) 209-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Penczak?
Please contact Dr. Penczak's office at (415) 209-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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