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Who is Dr. Podeszwa, Orthopedic Surgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. David Podeszwa, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Podeszwa completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Podeszwa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Podeszwa’s office at (214) 559-5000.
Where did Dr. Podeszwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Podeszwa board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Podeszwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Podeszwa speak?
Dr. Podeszwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Podeszwa typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Podeszwa 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. Podeszwa. 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:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Unequal Limb Length
- Bone Disease
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Leg Length Inequality
- Arm Length Difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Thigh Bone at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Proximal femoral focal deficiency
- Congenital femur defect
- Femoral hypoplasia
- Meromelia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7241: Longitudinal reduction defect of right femur
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Podeszwa typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Podeszwa 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. Podeszwa. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Distal Femur Growth Plate Arrest
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
- Epiphysiodesis of femur
- Knee growth plate surgery
- Femur growth arrest
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
- 27475: Arrest, epiphyseal, any method (eg, epiphysiodesis); distal femur
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- External Fixation System Adjustment (with Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- External Fixator Revision
- Bone Fixation System Adjustment
- Pin and Wire Change (External Fixator)
CPT Codes:
- 20693: Adjustment or revision of external fixation system requiring anesthesia (eg, new pin[s] or wire[s] and/or new ring[s] or bar[s])
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip arthrogram injection
- Diagnostic hip injection
- Hip pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Podeszwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Podeszwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 559-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Podeszwa accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Podeszwa in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Parkland Health & Hospital System
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Podeszwa's office located?
What is Dr. Podeszwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Podeszwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053373829.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Podeszwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Podeszwa
What is Dr. David Podeszwa's specialty?
Dr. Podeszwa is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Dallas, TX.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Podeszwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Podeszwa is affiliated with Medical City Denton 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 Podeszwa accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Podeszwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Podeszwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Podeszwa's office at (214) 559-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Podeszwa?
Please contact Dr. Podeszwa's office at (214) 559-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Podeszwa have?
Dr. David Podeszwa is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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