29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Henshaw, Orthopedic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Robert Henshaw, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Henshaw graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Henshaw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Henshaw’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Henshaw’s office at (202) 877-3970.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Henshaw?
Dr. Robert Henshaw, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Henshaw empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bone & Soft Tissue Tumors, Bone Cancer, Musculoskeletal Tumors, Orthopedic Oncology, Sarcoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Henshaw is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Henshaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery | University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Henshaw board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Henshaw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Henshaw speak?
Dr. Henshaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Henshaw treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Henshaw 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. Henshaw. 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:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
- C4921: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Uncertain Neoplasm
- Growth of Unknown Nature
- Indeterminate Tumor
- Unspecified Neoplasm
- Growth of Unknown Type
- Indeterminate Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D487: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified sites
- D499: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Bone Neoplasm
- Cartilage Neoplasm
- Uncertain Bone Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Henshaw perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Henshaw 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. Henshaw. 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:
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Vertebral Body Biopsy
- Femur Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
Also known as:
- Large Thigh or Knee Tumor Removal
- Large Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Pelvis or Hip Tumor Removal
- Back or Flank Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma Resection
- Radical Tumor Excision
- Thigh Tumor Surgery
- Radical Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Shoulder Sarcoma Resection
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision Pelvis
- Hip Sarcoma Resection
- Pelvic Tumor Surgery
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Sarcoma Resection
- Back Tumor Surgery
- Flank Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27364: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; 5 cm or greater
- 23078: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of shoulder area; 5 cm or greater
- 27059: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of pelvis and hip area; 5 cm or greater
- 21936: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Large Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Thigh or Knee
- Removal of Large Leg or Ankle Tumor
- Thigh Tumor Excision
- Knee Soft Tissue Mass Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Surgery
- Subcutaneous Tumor Resection Leg
- Leg soft tissue tumor excision
- Ankle mass removal
- Intramuscular tumor surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27339: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 27337: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
- 27634: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of leg or ankle area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Superficial Bone Biopsy (e.g., Hip, Rib)
- Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Ilium Biopsy
- Rib Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20220: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; superficial (eg, ilium, sternum, spinous process, ribs)
Also known as:
- Large Tumor Removal from Shoulder
- Removal of Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor (Small)
- Shoulder Tumor Excision (Deep)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Shoulder)
- Intramuscular Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Shoulder Mass Excision
- Thigh Sarcoma Excision
- Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
- Radical Tumor Resection Leg
CPT Codes:
- 23073: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 27329: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Cryoablation for Bone Tumors
- Bone Tumor Freezing
- Percutaneous Cryoablation
- Cryotherapy for Bone Cancer
CPT Codes:
- 20983: Ablation therapy for reduction or eradication of 1 or more bone tumors (eg, metastasis) including adjacent soft tissue when involved by tumor extension, percutaneous, including imaging guidance when performed; cryoablation
Also known as:
- Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Small)
- Thigh tumor excision
- Knee soft tissue mass removal
- Intramuscular tumor removal leg
CPT Codes:
- 27328: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Surgery with Synovial Tissue Removal
- Knee Arthrotomy
- Knee Synovectomy
- Open Knee Surgery
- Removal of Knee Lining
CPT Codes:
- 27334: Arthrotomy, with synovectomy, knee; anterior OR posterior
Also known as:
- Femur Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Excision of Femur Bone Cyst
- Curettage of Femur Bone Tumor
- Thigh Bone Tumor Surgery
- Femur Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 27355: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of femur;
Also known as:
- Bone Cyst Aspiration and Injection
- Bone cyst drainage and injection
- Cyst aspiration in bone
- Bone lesion injection
CPT Codes:
- 20615: Aspiration and injection for treatment of bone cyst
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:
- Exploration of Leg Artery
- Lower Extremity Artery Exploration
- Femoral Artery Exploration
- Popliteal Artery Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 35703: Exploration not followed by surgical repair, artery; lower extremity (eg, common femoral, deep femoral, superficial femoral, popliteal, tibial, peroneal)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Repair (Neuroplasty)
- Sciatic nerve decompression
- Open sciatic neuroplasty
- Sciatic nerve release
CPT Codes:
- 64712: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; sciatic nerve
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Also known as:
- CPAP Initiation and Management
- CPAP Setup
- Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management
Does Dr. Henshaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Henshaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-3970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Henshaw accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Henshaw in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Gordon Food Service
Inland Empire
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Henshaw's office located?
Dr. Robert Henshaw's Primary Practice
110 Irving St NW Ste C2173
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-3970
What is Dr. Henshaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Henshaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730169152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Henshaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Henshaw
What is Dr. Robert Henshaw's specialty?
Dr. Henshaw is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Washington, DC. 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. Henshaw to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Henshaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Henshaw is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital 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 Robert Henshaw accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Henshaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Henshaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Henshaw's office at (202) 877-3970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Henshaw?
Please contact Dr. Henshaw's office at (202) 877-3970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Henshaw have?
Dr. Robert Henshaw is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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