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Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Sports Medicine and Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
University of Maryland School of Medicine (1996)
Professional interests include: arthritis, knee sprain, shoulder dislocation, and more.
2 Loveton Circle
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152

Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Westminster, MD specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1996 and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD is affiliated with MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC.

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Office Locations

Address:

412 Malcolm Drive Suite 200
Westminster, MD 21157

Address:

2 Loveton Circle
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152

Address:

1838 Greene Tree Road Suite 245
Pikesville, MD 21208

Address:

2 Loveton Circle
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152

Some issues Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD can help you with:

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

In The News 

“MedStar Health surgeon Ken Tepper, MD, is team orthopedic physician.”—"MedStar Health and USA Lacrosse prep for summer competition of premier female athletes from around the globe starting this week", Associated Press News, June 2022
“"Hip injuries can also be difficult to diagnose, said Dr. Kenneth Tepper, director of hip preservation and arthroscopy at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. "”—"'It's not a great place to be': Why Ravens QB Joe Flacco's hip injury is worrisome", South Florida Sun-Sentinel, November 2018

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Westminster, MD were aspiration, injections, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

aspiration 326
doctor visit 538
hip imaging 42
hospital care 18
injections 326
inpatient care 18
joint surgery 16
lower extremity surgery 16
musculoskeletal imaging 141
pelvic imaging 23
reconstructive surgery 16
X-rays 149

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD.

Gender
Female 210
Male 104
Ethnicity
Black / African American 45
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 233
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
85 and over 32
75 to 84 84
Less than 65 31
65 to 74 166

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 47
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 7
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 25
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Cancer 7
Dementia 5

Education & Training

Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1996. He completed residency at University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (1996)

Residency: University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals (2001)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
MedStar Health
MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Virginia Premier Health Plan, Cigna, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO
MAMSI
First Health PPO
Blue Choice
Golden Rule
Great-West Healthcare
TRICARE
Community Care Network (CCN)
Coventry
TRICARE Reserve Select
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1633 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Westminster, MD. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-21
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Dr. Tepper is Very Personable, Kind & Caring. He explains my MRI, XRAY & Conditions in terms I could understand.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-18
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Dr. Tepper is truly an amazing orthopedist. I've been receiving care for multiple orthopedic issues since 2016.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-05-03
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Dr Tepper is amazing. Always explains in great detail and has a wonderful bedside manner
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-03-08
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*Dr. Tepper very patient & answers all questions related to injury & treatment.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-05-05
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Dr Tepper provided very thorough explanations of the various treatment options.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-07-10
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Dr Tepper is the BEST, he's caring and professional!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-07
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Always refer friends
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-01
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All is good
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-11
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Great

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Smith & Nephew, Inc. $4,347 Sports Med Hip
$3,982 		Other Endoscopy
$141 		Hip Positioning System
$87 		Sports Med Shoulder
$35 		Coblation Wands
$17 		Other
$85
Stryker Corporation $2,846 Hip Arthroscopy Access & Instrumentation Set
$1,108 		Pivot Portal Entry Kit
$434 		SALVATION
$179 		NANOTACK FLEX
$173 		CinchLock SS
$153 		Other
$799
Supreme Orthopedic Systems, LLC $1,140
$1,140
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. $238 Early Intervention
$96 		Velys
$85 		ATTUNE
$57
BIOVENTUS LLC $108 Exogen
$46 		Ultrasound Bone Healing
$42 		GELSYN 3
$19
Other $194 FARXIGA
$25 		GENERAL - PAIN MANAGEMENT
$25 		Prolia
$23 		NMES
$18 		PAIN MANAGEMENT
$17 		Other
$86
Types of Payments
Travel and Lodging $4,470
Food and Beverage $3,219
Education $1,140
Gift $44

Biography

Dr. Kenneth Tepper is a physician who specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Tepper is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Cincinnati for residency. Areas of expertise for Dr. Tepper include meniscus surgery, forearm fracture, and runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome). He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Dr. Tepper accepts several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Coventry Health Care Plans. His professional affiliations include MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital and MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. Dr. Tepper has an open panel in Pikesville, MD according to Doctor.com.

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