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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kowalski, Orthopedic Surgeon in Sahuarita, AZ?
Dr. Mark Kowalski, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sahuarita, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Kowalski graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Kowalski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalski’s office.
Where did Dr. Kowalski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine | University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kowalski board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mark Kowalski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kowalski speak?
Dr. Kowalski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowalski 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. Kowalski. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- After Surgery
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowalski 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. Kowalski. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
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)
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:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
Does Dr. Kowalski accept my insurance?
Dr. Kowalski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalski accept in Sahuarita, AZ?
Dr. Kowalski in Sahuarita, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?
What is Dr. Kowalski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kowalski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104822790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kowalski
What is Dr. Mark Kowalski's specialty?
Dr. Kowalski is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Sahuarita, AZ.
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. Mark Kowalski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kowalski is affiliated with Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health 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
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Is Mark Kowalski accepting new patients in Sahuarita, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Mark Kowalski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Kowalski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Kowalski?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Kowalski have?
Dr. Mark Kowalski is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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