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Dr. John Kemppainen, MD

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kemppainen, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. John Kemppainen, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Kemppainen completed his residency at Summa Health System. Dr. Kemppainen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kemppainen’s office at (616) 267-2600.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California At San Diego

    • Residency: Summa Health System

    What languages does Dr. Kemppainen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kemppainen typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kemppainen 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. Kemppainen. 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:

    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kemppainen typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kemppainen 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. Kemppainen. 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:

    • 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:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid 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

    Also known as:

    • Application of Risser Cast or Brace
    • Risser Jacket Application
    • Spinal Cast
    • Scoliosis Brace Application
    • Body Cast for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Reconstruction
    • Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
    • Knee Ligament Augmentation
    • Knee Stabilization Surgery
    • ACL Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular

    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

    Does Dr. Kemppainen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kemppainen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 267-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kemppainen accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Kemppainen in Grand Rapids, MI 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kemppainen's office located?

    Dr. John Kemppainen's Primary Practice

    35 Michigan St NE Ste 4150

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    (616) 267-2600

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

    Dr. Kemppainen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215107636.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kemppainen?

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

    What is Dr. John Kemppainen's specialty?

    Dr. Kemppainen is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Grand Rapids, MI.

    What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.

    Is this Dr. John Kemppainen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kemppainen is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson Methodist 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

    When to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon. 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 John Kemppainen accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. John Kemppainen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Kemppainen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kemppainen's office at (616) 267-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Kemppainen?

    Please contact Dr. Kemppainen's office at (616) 267-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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