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W. David Hovis, MD

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W. David Hovis, MD
OrthoKnox
(7 Reviews)
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10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 209 209 Knoxville, TN 37934
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(7 Reviews)
Service
3 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
5 star average for Expertise
Recommended
2 star average for Recommended
Value
4 star average for Value
Had 2 MRIs, diagnosis of 3 torn tendons,2 in shoulder,1 in elbow. He gave me a steroid shot for elbow,was having no pain or trouble with shoulder. I had arm in sling due to large bruise and pain in elbow. After steroid shot ,2 weeks not a lot of pain, but bruising returned doing the 6'weeks of physical therapy. Returned back to his office, my husband went in,ask about possible healing on its own versus surgery. Hovis said a 50/50 chance of healing on its own, possible 6 months to 2 years. He advised against long term use of steroids,which I didn't get a lot of long term relief from the one he gave me. Returned for 3rd visit ,saw his PA, he asked how things were going, told him my employer would not give me short term disability,and using arm to type and do paperwork was keeping it bruised. Was sent home, waiting to hear if I needed surgery,got a call from Travelers insurance saying workman's comp claim denied due to DR. Hovis had reassessed his original diagnosis and said I had degenerative shoulder trouble. I went to Hovis with a swollen,bruised, elbow from picking up a 25 lb package ,and treatment denied due to Hovis siding with Travelers insurance. Attention DR. HOVIS,I came in with elbow trouble,how you went biased on claim to reverse your diagnosis to let my employer and insurance company off the hook. I forgot, in EAST TN,it's still " THE GOOD OLE BOY SYSTEM" that works
by Banking at its worse xxx.xxx.66.178
September 27, 2023
Have been there several visits and every time I was there was there at least 2 to 4 hours every time. My paperwork was never correct. I was never capable of getting the orthopedic equipment dr prescribed for me at the therapy area he sent me to they were very rude any told me that I would have to find the equipment myself. Will never use him or recommend him to anyone. His bedside manner is a big 0 stars.
by Susie xxx.xxx.114.165
February 20, 2015
Did this provider ever postpone your appointment?
Not at all! They always try to get me in as soon as possible
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.27.172
August 25, 2013
Is this provider easy to reach in an emergency?
Absolutely not. I was forced to call the emergency room.
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
Practically Impossible
Does this provider leave you on hold for a long time when you call?
Yes, it never fails. I'm put on hold forever when I call
Is this provider's business conveniently located?
Sort of, but its pretty far away from everything
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
No, I left confused and frustrated
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.26.252
December 26, 2012
Did you notice a foul odor when you arrived at this provider's office?
No, I didn't notice an odor
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
Did this provider have reasonable prices?
Yes
Was this provider's office clean?
Yes everything was neat and sterile
Was it easy to find parking at this provider's office?
Yes, it was convenient
by Anonymous
January 10, 2012
Has this provider ever cancelled your appointment on you last minute?
Never, they are very reliable.
Did you notice a foul odor when you arrived at this provider's office?
No, I didn't notice an odor
Did you have to wait long after you arrived for your appointment?
I had to wait for a little while.
by Anonymous
October 24, 2011
Does this provider have a good professional reputation within your community?
Yes, they are known for being good at what they do
Did this provider seem up-to-date with the current advancements in their field?
Yes, they were informing me of new advancements that were extremely recent
Is this provider willing to pursue advice from other providers when necessary?
Absolutely! They aren't arrogant at all and are more than willing to pursue advice when necessary
Was this provider's office clean?
Yes! I was amazed at how clean it was!
by Anonymous
June 21, 2011
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10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 209 209, Knoxville, TN 37934