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NORTHWEST ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALISTS PS is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in SPOKANE, WA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 767 reviews.

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NORTHWEST ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALISTS PS

spokane, WAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

601 WEST 5TH AVENUE SUITE 500

SPOKANE, WA

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(509) 344-2663

Service Area

This provider serves patients in SPOKANE and surrounding areas in WA.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

Orthopaedic Surgery6
Knee ArthroscopyA camera and small instruments are inserted through incisions the size of a buttonhole to repair cartilage, trim a torn meniscus, or remove loose fragments. Because the joint is not opened fully, recovery is far faster than traditional open knee surgery.Shoulder ArthroscopyUses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair the shoulder joint — commonly for impingement, labral tears, or damaged cartilage. Most patients go home the same day and begin physical therapy within the first week.ACL ReconstructionRebuilds the torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft, since a fully torn ACL does not heal on its own. The surgery itself is outpatient, but returning to cutting and pivoting sports typically takes nine to twelve months of structured rehabilitation.Rotator Cuff RepairReattaches torn tendons in the shoulder to the bone. Pain relief often comes well before strength does — a sling is typical for several weeks and full recovery commonly takes four to six months, with physical therapy doing much of the work.Carpal Tunnel ReleaseCuts the ligament pressing on the median nerve at the wrist to relieve numbness, tingling, and night pain in the hand. The procedure takes about 15 minutes under local anesthesia. Night symptoms often improve immediately; grip strength returns over several weeks.Joint ReplacementDamaged joint surfaces are replaced with implants, most commonly at the knee or hip. Once exclusively a hospital procedure, selected healthy patients now have this done at surgery centers and go home the same day with a structured recovery plan.
Interventional Pain Management6
Epidural Steroid InjectionsSteroid medication is injected near irritated spinal nerve roots to calm inflammation causing sciatica or arm pain. Often used to make physical therapy tolerable rather than as a standalone cure. There are limits on how frequently they can be repeated.Nerve Block InjectionsAnesthetic, sometimes with steroid, is injected around a specific nerve to interrupt pain signals. Used both to treat pain and to identify its source, since relief from a precisely placed block points to the nerve responsible.Radiofrequency AblationHeat generated by radio waves disables the small nerves carrying pain signals from an arthritic spinal joint. Relief commonly lasts six months to two years. Because the nerves regenerate over time, the procedure can be repeated.Spinal Cord StimulationA device delivers mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord to interrupt chronic pain signals before they reach the brain. A temporary trial period is done first, so you can judge the benefit before committing to a permanent implant.Joint InjectionsSteroid or lubricating medication is injected directly into an arthritic or inflamed joint. Image guidance is often used to confirm placement. Relief typically lasts weeks to months and can make physical therapy more productive.Trigger Point InjectionsA local anesthetic is injected into a taut, tender knot of muscle to break the spasm-and-pain cycle. The appointment takes minutes and you can usually return to normal activity the same day.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

Browse all procedures by specialtyCommon questions about outpatient surgery

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 97/100 (+4 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 200 surveys · 17% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
97+4 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
98+6 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Safety Metrics

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.06%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.02%

natl avg ~0.1%

Patient Burn Rate

% of patients who experienced a burn during their procedure. Lower is better.

0.01%

natl avg ~0.03%

Wrong Site Surgery Rate

% of cases involving wrong-site, wrong-side, wrong-patient, or wrong-implant surgical events. Lower is better.

0.01%

natl avg ~0.01%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Preparing for Your Procedure

Guides covering what to expect before, during, and after outpatient surgery.

Knee Arthroscopy Recovery Timeline
Week by week, what to expect after.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Recovery
Sling time, therapy, and getting back to normal.
What to Expect: Epidural Steroid Injection
What it treats and how long relief lasts.
Pre-Op Preparation Checklist
What to do in the weeks before your procedure, from two weeks out to the morning of.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Arrival, check-in, the procedure itself, and discharge.
Understanding Anesthesia at an ASC
Sedation types, who administers it, and how recovery differs.
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Google Reviews

4.7
767 reviews
Todd Williams

Todd Williams

I don't know if Dr. Michael Kody is still there, but many years later after my shoulder repairs (both, a few years apart) they are as good as ever and I have tested the limits. He said it would turn out well and he was % correct.

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Joe Smith

Joe Smith

If you want to feel like cattle being herded through, give them a shot. The front office needs to pull it together. They need to slow down they gave us three different times to show up and when we got there they said we were two hours early. They called my boyfriend by the doctors last name which was idiotic “Joe Stuart!? Are you Joe?” Bad vibes all the way around. Didn’t even consult after ordering the MRI just said schedule surgery! Not very reassuring. Felt very rushed and nothing was reassuring or personal we left.

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Deborah S

Deborah S

I had a very serious complete hamstring tear. I was referred to this office, specifically to Dr. Soren Olson. When I went in for my appointment I saw his nurse, Jennifer Knigge. She was cold and she did nothing except tell me she had to talk to the doctor. She promised to call me as soon as she talked to him but neglected to do that. I had to call to ask what was happening. The only person who could be bothered to talk to me was the receptionist who told me the nurse told her to tell me that Dr. Olson wouldn't do the surgery. I asked why and she didn't know anything. She asked if I wanted the nurse to call me. I did eventually talk with her. She coldly told me the doctor just wouldn't do the surgery. No explanation. No concern. I never had any contact with the doctor. I'm now living the rest of my life without any hamstring muscles in one leg. The entire experience was terrible. Nobody showed the slightest bit of concern. I'm 68 years old and have had many, many experiences with doctors & practices. This was the worst. Go somewhere else if you want quality care.

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robert williams

robert williams

I had 2 knee replacements. 1 done 10/24 and 1 last month 9/25. Dr Reichard and his team including David Baca were amazing throughout the whole process. Before surgery they explained the benefits and risks as well as what they were going to do during surgery. They explained what to expect post surgery and made clear that their team would be available to answer any questions or concerns that I might have. The receptionist's and nurses , the whole team were kind and helped make this whole process feel pleasant and assured. I highly recommend N.W. Orthopedics and Dr Reichard & his team.

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Terri

Terri

I know having surgery is not the most optimal of circumstances, but the staff at Northwest Orthopedics were incredible. From reception, to the nurses, to anesthesia, to Dr. Padrta himself. I felt so well taken care of and truly had a wonderful experience!! Shout out to Nurse Marie and recovery nurse Skylar (I think!) for being so wonderful with their care!

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Contact

Phone

(509) 344-2663

Website

www.nworthopaedicspecialists.com/

Years in Operation

22 years

Est. 2004

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

Orthopaedic SurgeryInterventional Pain Medicine
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?