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Dr. Richard Berkowitz, MD

Tamarac, FL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Tamarac, FL?

    Dr. Richard Berkowitz, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tamarac, FL. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Berkowitz completed his residency at Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (954) 718-7776.

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

    • Residency: Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Berkowitz board certified in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Berkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Berkowitz treat?

    As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip
    • Bilateral knee replacement
    • Both knee prostheses
    • Double knee replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
    • Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Knock-Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Knee Valgus Deformity
    • Genu Valgum
    • Knees Touching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21061: Valgus deformity, not elsewhere classified, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Which procedures does Dr. Berkowitz perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Berkowitz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office.

    Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 718-7776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berkowitz accept in Tamarac, FL?

    Dr. Berkowitz in Tamarac, 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

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?

    Dr. Richard Berkowitz's Primary Practice

    7171 N University Dr Ste 100

    Tamarac, FL 33321

    (954) 718-7776

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

    Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811994544.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Berkowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Berkowitz is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Tamarac, FL. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Berkowitz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berkowitz is affiliated with Hca Florida Woodmont 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

    Where can I learn more about Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

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    Is Richard Berkowitz accepting new patients in Tamarac, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Berkowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (954) 718-7776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Berkowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (954) 718-7776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Berkowitz have?

    Dr. Richard Berkowitz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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