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Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer, MD

South Bend, IN

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bemenderfer, Orthopedic Surgeon in South Bend, IN?

    Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in South Bend, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bemenderfer graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Bemenderfer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bemenderfer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bemenderfer’s office at (616) 459-7101.

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

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bemenderfer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bemenderfer treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Left Ankle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Left Ankle and Foot Joint Disorder
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Left ankle and foot problem
    • Left ankle and foot arthropathy
    • Left ankle and foot joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25872: Other specified joint disorders, left ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    What procedures does Dr. Bemenderfer perform?

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

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Synovectomy
    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
    • Ankle Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Ankle Surgery
    • Ankle Joint Lining Removal
    • Tibiotalar Synovectomy
    • Keyhole Ankle Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
    • Ankle Bone Defect Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 29895: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; synovectomy, partial
    • 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement
    • Ankle Debridement
    • Ankle Scope Surgery
    • Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
    • 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip
    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Large Bone Graft
    • Minor Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Major Bone Grafting
    • Autograft
    • Allograft
    • Small Bone Graft
    • Dowel Bone Graft
    • Button Bone Graft
    • Autograft (Small)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
    • 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
    • Partial Foot Bone Removal
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction
    • Calcaneus Osteotomy
    • Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Dwyer Procedure
    • Chambers Procedure
    • Talus Bone Excision
    • Calcaneus Bone Excision
    • Foot Bone Debridement
    • Osteomyelitis Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
    • 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
    • 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Subtalar Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery
    • Ankle Joint Fusion
    • Subtalar Arthrodesis
    • Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
    • Talocalcaneal Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
    • 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
    • Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
    • Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
    • Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Heel Bone Removal
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
    • Calcaneus Ostectomy
    • Heel Bone Resection
    • Foot Bone Removal
    • Calcaneal Bone Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
    • 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Leg Tendon Repair
    • Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
    • Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Leg Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Reconstruction Leg
    • Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
    • Graft for Achilles Tendon
    • Re-repair Achilles Tendon
    • Ankle Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
    • 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft

    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;

    Also known as:

    • Foot Joint Fusion Surgery
    • Midfoot Fusion
    • Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis
    • Foot Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 28730: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, multiple or transverse;

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
    • Deep tendon rerouting
    • Tendon transplant surgery
    • Muscle redirection surgery
    • Tibial tendon transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Bemenderfer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bemenderfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 459-7101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bemenderfer accept in South Bend, IN?

    Dr. Bemenderfer in South Bend, IN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bemenderfer's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer's Primary Practice

    53880 Carmichael Dr

    South Bend, IN 46635

    (616) 459-7101

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    Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer's Practice 2

    1900 S Heaton St

    Knox, IN 46534

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    Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer's Practice 3

    5218 Beck Dr Ste 10

    Elkhart, IN 46516

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

    Dr. Bemenderfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891105425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bemenderfer?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer's specialty?

    Dr. Bemenderfer is a Orthopedic Surgeon near South Bend, IN. 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. Bemenderfer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bemenderfer is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Unity Physicians 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 Thomas Bemenderfer accepting new patients in South Bend, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Bemenderfer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bemenderfer's office at (616) 459-7101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Bemenderfer?

    Please contact Dr. Bemenderfer's office at (616) 459-7101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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