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Dr. Kurtis Kowalski, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Clarksville, TN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kowalski, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Clarksville, TN?

    Dr. Kurtis Kowalski, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clarksville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Kowalski graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kowalski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalski’s office at (615) 265-5000.

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

    • Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kowalski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kowalski typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kowalski 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. Kowalski. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kowalski typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kowalski 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. Kowalski. 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Kowalski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kowalski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 265-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalski accept in Clarksville, TN?

    Dr. Kowalski in Clarksville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?

    Dr. Kurtis Kowalski's Primary Practice

    141 Hillcrest Dr

    Clarksville, TN 37043

    (615) 265-5000

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    Dr. Kurtis Kowalski's Practice 2

    2009 Memorial Blvd

    Springfield, TN 37172

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    Dr. Kurtis Kowalski's Practice 3

    8 City Blvd Ste 100

    Nashville, TN 37209

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kowalski affiliated with?

    Dr. Kowalski has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tristar Northcrest Medical Center,Springfield, TN

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

    Dr. Kowalski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770559577.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalski?

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

    What is Dr. Kurtis Kowalski's specialty?

    Dr. Kowalski is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Clarksville, TN.

    What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.

    Is Dr. Kurtis Kowalski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Kowalski is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tristar Northcrest Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kurtis Kowalski accepting new patients in Clarksville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Kurtis Kowalski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kurtis Kowalski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (615) 265-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kurtis Kowalski?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (615) 265-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?

    Dr. Kowalski's offices are located in Clarksville, TN, Springfield, TN, and Nashville, TN.