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Dr. Thomas Kennedy, MD

Yakima, WA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kennedy, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Thomas Kennedy, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Yakima, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from Washington University of Health and Sciences and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (509) 453-0061.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University of Health and Sciences

    Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Kennedy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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 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
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

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

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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 Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
    • 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:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

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

    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:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 453-0061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Kennedy in Yakima, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Kennedy's Primary Practice

    111 S 11th Ave Ste 320

    Yakima, WA 98902

    (509) 453-0061

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    Dr. Thomas Kennedy's Practice 2

    1211 N 16th Ave

    Yakima, WA 98902

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    Dr. Thomas Kennedy's Practice 3

    2811 Tieton Dr

    Yakima, WA 98902

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

    Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902872500.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Kennedy's specialty?

    Dr. Kennedy is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Yakima, WA.

    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 this Dr. Thomas Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Multicare Yakima 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Thomas Kennedy accepting new patients in Yakima, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Kennedy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (509) 453-0061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Kennedy?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (509) 453-0061 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Kennedy have?

    Dr. Thomas Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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