27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellowitz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Andrew Ellowitz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellowitz graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the CREDENTIALS AND QUALIFICATIONS COMMITTEE, MEDICAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PGH, FT LAUDERDALE SURGICAL SOCIETY, BROWARD ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY, FLORIDA ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY, BROWARD COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN MEDIACL ASSOCIATION, and AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS. Dr. Ellowitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellowitz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellowitz’s office at (954) 583-8130.
Where did Dr. Ellowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Of Minnesota | University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals | University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview | University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
Is Dr. Ellowitz board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ellowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ellowitz speak?
Dr. Ellowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ellowitz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ellowitz 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. Ellowitz. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
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
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ellowitz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ellowitz 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. Ellowitz. 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
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
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)
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Ellowitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 583-8130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellowitz accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Ellowitz in Plantation, 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)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ellowitz's office located?
Dr. Andrew Ellowitz's Primary Practice
4101 NW 4th St Ste 305
Plantation, FL 33317
(954) 583-8130
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
CREDENTIALS AND QUALIFICATIONS COMMITTEE
Member
MEDICAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PGH
Member
FT LAUDERDALE SURGICAL SOCIETY
Member
BROWARD ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY
Member
FLORIDA ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY
Member
BROWARD COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN MEDIACL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS
Member
What is Dr. Ellowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235124629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellowitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellowitz
What is Dr. Andrew Ellowitz's specialty?
Dr. Ellowitz is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Plantation, 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. Andrew Ellowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellowitz is affiliated with Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Broward Health Coral Springs, Florida Medical Center, Florida Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Andrew Ellowitz accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ellowitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Ellowitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellowitz's office at (954) 583-8130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Ellowitz?
Please contact Dr. Ellowitz's office at (954) 583-8130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Ellowitz have?
Dr. Andrew Ellowitz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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