Dr. Dolfi Herscovici, DO
Weeki Wachee, FL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herscovici, Orthopedic Surgeon in Weeki Wachee, FL?
Dr. Dolfi Herscovici, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Weeki Wachee, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Herscovici completed his residency at Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center. Dr. Herscovici is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herscovici’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herscovici’s office at (352) 596-0900.
Where did Dr. Herscovici go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Herscovici speak?
Dr. Herscovici and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Herscovici typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Herscovici 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. Herscovici. 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:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82852D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Calcific Tendinitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Calcium Tendonitis
- Tendon Calcification
- Calcifying Tendinopathy
- Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
- PTT Dysfunction
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65272: Calcific tendinitis, left ankle and foot
- M76822: Posterior tibial tendinitis, left leg
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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease of Ankle and Foot
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis of Foot
- Foot Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19271: Secondary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Herscovici typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Herscovici 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. Herscovici. 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:
- 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:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
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:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
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:
- 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. Herscovici accept my insurance?
Dr. Herscovici accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 596-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herscovici accept in Weeki Wachee, FL?
Dr. Herscovici in Weeki Wachee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Herscovici's office located?
Dr. Dolfi Herscovici's Primary Practice
10221 Yale Ave
Weeki Wachee, FL 34613
(352) 596-0900
What is Dr. Herscovici's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herscovici's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609871326.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herscovici?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herscovici
What is Dr. Dolfi Herscovici's specialty?
Dr. Herscovici is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Weeki Wachee, FL.
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 this Dr. Dolfi Herscovici affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herscovici is affiliated with Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital 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
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Is Dolfi Herscovici accepting new patients in Weeki Wachee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Dolfi Herscovici is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dolfi Herscovici offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herscovici's office at (352) 596-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dolfi Herscovici?
Please contact Dr. Herscovici's office at (352) 596-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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