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Dr. Thomas Bendowski, MD

Dr. Thomas Bendowski, MD

Inverness, FL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bendowski, Orthopedic Surgeon in Inverness, FL?

    Dr. Thomas Bendowski, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Inverness, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Bendowski completed his residency at Tripler Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Bendowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bendowski’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bendowski’s office at (352) 560-6270.

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

    • Residency: Tripler Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Bendowski board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Bendowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bendowski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bendowski treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Bendowski 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. Bendowski. 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 both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    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 Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Bendowski perform?

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

    • 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:

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

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

    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:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Bendowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bendowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 560-6270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bendowski accept in Inverness, FL?

    Dr. Bendowski in Inverness, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Freedom Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bendowski's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Bendowski's Primary Practice

    131 S Citrus Ave Ste 301

    Inverness, FL 34452

    (352) 560-6270

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    Dr. Thomas Bendowski's Practice 2

    8585 SW Highway 200 Unit 8

    Ocala, FL 34481

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    Dr. Thomas Bendowski's Practice 3

    1550 Killingsworth Way

    The Villages, FL 32162

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

    Dr. Bendowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366628711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bendowski?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Bendowski's specialty?

    Dr. Bendowski is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Inverness, FL. 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. Bendowski to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Bendowski is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tampa General Hospital Crystal River. 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 Thomas Bendowski accepting new patients in Inverness, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Bendowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bendowski's office at (352) 560-6270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Bendowski?

    Please contact Dr. Bendowski's office at (352) 560-6270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Bendowski have?

    Dr. Thomas Bendowski is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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