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Dr. Mark Kowall, MD

Templeton, CA

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    Who is Dr. Kowall, Orthopedic Surgeon in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Mark Kowall, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Kowall graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at The Orthopedic Spec Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kowall is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowall’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowall’s office at (805) 434-0999.

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

    • Residency: The Orthopedic Spec Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Minnesota/Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kowall board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Kowall, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kowall speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kowall treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowall 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. Kowall. 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 Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
    • Right partial shoulder tendon tear
    • Right rotator cuff strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    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:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Kowall perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowall 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. Kowall. 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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 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:

    • 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 with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Kowall accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kowall accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 434-0999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kowall accept in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Kowall in Templeton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Adventist Health System

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Correct Care Integrated Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kowall's office located?

    Dr. Mark Kowall's Primary Practice

    78 S Main St

    Templeton, CA 93465

    (805) 434-0999

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    Dr. Mark Kowall's Practice 2

    1154 E Grand Ave

    Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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    Dr. Mark Kowall's Practice 3

    1051 Las Tablas Rd

    Templeton, CA 93465

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

    Dr. Kowall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750455507.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowall?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Kowall's specialty?

    Dr. Kowall is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Templeton, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kowall to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Kowall affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kowall is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mee Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Twin Cities. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kowall accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Kowall is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Kowall offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kowall's office at (805) 434-0999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Kowall?

    Please contact Dr. Kowall's office at (805) 434-0999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Kowall have?

    Dr. Mark Kowall is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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