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Dr. David Kowalk, MD

Frederick, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kowalk, Orthopedic Surgeon in Frederick, MD?

    Dr. David Kowalk, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Kowalk graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at New England Baptist Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kowalk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalk’s office at (301) 663-9573.

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

    • Residency: New England Baptist Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Kowalk board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Kowalk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kowalk speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kowalk treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kowalk 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. Kowalk. 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 of the right shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    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 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:

    • Left Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left adhesive capsulitis
    • Left shoulder stiffness
    • Left shoulder periarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Lateral Epicondylitis
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Lateral Epicondylalgia
    • Elbow Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Adhesive Capsulitis
    • Shoulder Stiffness
    • Stiff Shoulder Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Kowalk perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. David Kowalk may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kowalk's office.

    Does Dr. Kowalk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kowalk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 663-9573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalk accept in Frederick, MD?

    Dr. Kowalk in Frederick, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kowalk's office located?

    Dr. David Kowalk's Primary Practice

    501 W 7th St Ste 104

    Frederick, MD 21701

    (301) 663-9573

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    Dr. David Kowalk's Practice 2

    1502 S Main St

    Mount Airy, MD 21771

    (301) 829-5860

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    Dr. David Kowalk's Practice 3

    9701 New Church St Ste 3

    Damascus, MD 20872

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. David Kowalk an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kowalk has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kowalk, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Kowalk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740258409.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalk?

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

    What is Dr. David Kowalk's specialty?

    Dr. Kowalk is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Frederick, MD. 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. Kowalk to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Kowalk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kowalk is affiliated with Frederick Health 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 David Kowalk accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?

    Yes, Dr. David Kowalk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Kowalk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalk's office at (301) 663-9573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Kowalk?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalk's office at (301) 663-9573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Kowalk have?

    Dr. David Kowalk is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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