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Dr. Lew Papendick, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
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Dr. Lew Papendick, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Rapid City, SD.
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Dr. Lew Papendick, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Rapid City, SD
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. Lew Papendick, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Rapid City, SD.

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Dr. Papendick graduated from University of South Dakota. Dr. Lew Papendick, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Rapid City, SD and has 41 years experience. Dr. Papendick currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Fall River Health Services, Monument Health Custer Hospital and Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Dr. Papendick has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Papendick received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Papendick's office accepts new patients. Dr. Papendick is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spondylolisthesis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Scoliosis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Sports Injuries
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Bursal Drainage
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement Revision
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Injection
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Labrum Repair
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement

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Locations

  1. 1 Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center PC
    7220 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 341-1414
  2. 2 Black Hills Orthopedic-Arhtritis/ Rheumatic Disease
    7220 S Highway 16, Rapid City, SD 57702
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 343-7353
  3. 3 Chadron Community Hospital and Health Services
    825 Centennial Dr, Chadron, NE 69337
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Mar 09, 2025
Dr Papendick is great surgeon and very likable person. He explains things very well and did an excellent job on my total knee replacement.
— Mar 09, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Dakota
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1985
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center
    1995
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lew Papendick, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Papendick's profile.

Dr. Papendick frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lew Papendick, MD is affiliated with Fall River Health Services, Monument Health Custer Hospital and Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lew Papendick, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Fall River Health Services

    1201 Highway 71 S, Hot Springs, SD

  • Monument Health Custer Hospital

    1220 Montgomery St, Custer, SD

  • Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

    353 Fairmont Blvd, Rapid City, SD