Summary

Dr. Thomas Westphal is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 45 years to helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth in 1982. Dr. Westphal also holds an MBA degree, bringing business expertise to his medical practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Westphal practices in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where he focuses on treating common joint problems like osteoarthritis and knee pain. His surgical expertise includes joint replacement procedures, rotator cuff repairs, and Achilles tendon surgery. These skills allow him to help patients regain mobility and reduce pain from various orthopedic conditions. Patients have given Dr. Westphal an average rating of 4.6 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 45 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Naval Medical Center - Portsmouth
  • 43 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Thomas Westphal

538 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603

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Lancaster , PAGreenville , NCLexington , KYHershey , PA
Med School: Jefferson Medical College Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas Westphal

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Capital Blue Cross/Capital Advantage Insurance Company
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of PA
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan "
  • VA Insurance (Veterans CCN)"

Medical Specialties

Thomas Westphal has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Thomas Westphal has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Fracture Fixation
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Thomas Westphal holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Naval Medical Center - Portsmouth in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from Jefferson Medical College in 1981.

NPI Number

Thomas Westphal's NPI number is 1083681621.

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Thomas Westphal speaks English.
Where is Thomas Westphal's office located?
Thomas Westphal's office is located at 538 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA, 17603.

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