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Dr. Joseph Thometz, MD

Dr. Joseph Thometz, MD

Flossmoor, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thometz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Flossmoor, IL?

    Dr. Joseph Thometz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flossmoor, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thometz graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Thometz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thometz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thometz’s office at (708) 647-7565.

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

    • Residency: So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | So Il University School Of Med | Southern Illinois University | Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thometz board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Thometz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Thometz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thometz treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thometz 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. Thometz. 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 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 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 Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does Dr. Thometz perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thometz 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. Thometz. 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:

    • 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:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery
    • Knee Joint Resurfacing
    • Femoral Condyle Arthroplasty
    • Tibial Plateau Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
    • 27442: Arthroplasty, femoral condyles or tibial plateau(s), knee;

    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:

    • 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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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. Thometz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thometz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 647-7565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thometz accept in Flossmoor, IL?

    Dr. Thometz in Flossmoor, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thometz's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Thometz's Primary Practice

    19550 Governors Hwy Ste 1400

    Flossmoor, IL 60422

    (708) 647-7565

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    Dr. Joseph Thometz's Practice 2

    1600 167th St Ste 900

    Calumet City, IL 60409

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

    Dr. Thometz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114915063.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thometz?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Thometz's specialty?

    Dr. Thometz is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Flossmoor, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Thometz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Thometz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thometz is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Joseph Thometz accepting new patients in Flossmoor, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Thometz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Thometz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thometz's office at (708) 647-7565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Thometz?

    Please contact Dr. Thometz's office at (708) 647-7565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Thometz have?

    Dr. Joseph Thometz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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