Summary

Dr. Lew Papendick treats arthralgia, osteoarthritis, and shoulder pain, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy. He practices orthopedic surgery and rheumatology and has 42 years of experience in these fields. He is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Black Hills Surgical Hospital, Chi Saint Alexius Health Dickinson Medical Center, and Same Day Surgery Center LLC.

Dr. Papendick earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He sees patients in Rapid City, South Dakota, and Dickinson, North Dakota. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Papendick 4.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Lew Wayne Papendick has 5 locations

Black Hills Orthopedic And Spine Center

7220 Mount Rushmore RdRapid City, SD 57702
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Black Hills Surgical Hospital

216 Anamaria DrRapid City, SD 57701

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

353 Fairmont BlvdRapid City, SD 57701

Same Day Surgery Center Llc

651 Cathedral DrRapid City, SD 57701

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Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: The University Of Texas School Of Medicine At San Antonio
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lew Wayne Papendick

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lew Wayne Papendick has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lew Wayne Papendick has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatology
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Lew Wayne Papendick holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of North Dakota and South Dakota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of South Dakota that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Wisconsin.

Medical School

Graduated from Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Papendick's NPI number is 1801875562.

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What languages does Dr. Lew Papendick speak?
Dr. Lew Papendick speaks English.
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