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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. 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 as an 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 an 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
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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
What procedures does Dr. Berkowitz perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Berkowitz 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. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Knee Joint Manipulation
- Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
- Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)
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:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), 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
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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
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 Memorial Regional 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 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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