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Dr. Teri Formanek, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Winterset, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Formanek, Orthopedic Surgeon in Winterset, IA?

    Dr. Teri Formanek, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Winterset, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Formanek graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Formanek is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Formanek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Formanek’s office.
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    Where did Dr. Formanek go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Formanek board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Teri Formanek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Formanek speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Formanek typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Formanek 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. Formanek. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Formanek typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Formanek 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. Formanek. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    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:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    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:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Formanek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Formanek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Formanek accept in Winterset, IA?

    Dr. Formanek in Winterset, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Formanek's office located?

    Madison County Health Care System

    300 W Hutchings St

    Winterset, IA 50273

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    Dr. Teri Formanek's Practice 2

    609 SE Kent St

    Greenfield, IA 50849

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

    Dr. Formanek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982644993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Formanek?

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

    What is Dr. Teri Formanek's specialty?

    Dr. Formanek is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Winterset, IA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Teri Formanek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Formanek is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Teri Formanek accepting new patients in Winterset, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Teri Formanek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Teri Formanek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Formanek's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Teri Formanek?

    Please contact Dr. Formanek's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Formanek's office located?

    Dr. Formanek's offices are located in Winterset, IA and Greenfield, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Teri Formanek have?

    Dr. Teri Formanek is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.