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Richard M. Jensen, DPM

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(Richard Jensen, DPM)

(281 Ratings)

Specializes in: Foot & Ankle Surgery and Podiatry (Foot & Ankle Medicine)

Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine (1994)

Professional interests include: ankle surgery, injections, elbow problems, and more.

701 E. El Camino Real South Wing, 1st Floor
Mountain View, CA 94040

(650) 934-7090

Richard M. Jensen, DPM is a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA specializing in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). He graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine in 1994 and has 32 years of experience. Richard M. Jensen, DPM is affiliated with El Camino Health, Sutter Health and SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION.

Office Locations

Sutter Health

701 E. El Camino Real South Wing, 1st Floor
Mountain View, CA 94040

(650) 934-7090

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Some issues Richard M. Jensen, DPM can help you with:

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.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2012 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	39
doctor visit	311
excision	39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	83
skin procedures	83

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	296
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	67
skin procedures	67

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	52
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2013

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2014 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	356
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	64
skin procedures	64

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	97
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	190
Black	0
Hispanic	31
Asian	39
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	47
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2014

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, nail avulsion and nail procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	346
nail avulsion	18
nail procedures	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	62
skin procedures	62

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	238
Female	350

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	398
Black	0
Hispanic	50
Asian	90
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	262
From 75 to 84	190
85 and over	108
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2015

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

aspiration	17
doctor visit	418
injections	17
nail avulsion	12
nail procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	44
skin procedures	44

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	11
Hispanic	23
Asian	52
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	44
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2016

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	25
doctor visit	411
excision	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	46
skin procedures	46

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	183

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	204
Black	0
Hispanic	25
Asian	53
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	62
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2017

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	27
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, injections and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

aspiration	13
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	28
doctor visit	421
excision	28
injections	34
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	74
skin procedures	74

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	208
Black	0
Hispanic	33
Asian	68
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	126
85 and over	56
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2018

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	29
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	27
doctor visit	374
excision	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	70
skin procedures	70

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	176

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	48
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	56
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2019

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	17
doctor visit	306
excision	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	57
skin procedures	57

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	183
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	65
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2020

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	54
doctor visit	444
excision	39
nail procedures	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	90
skin procedures	90

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	60
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	113
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	69
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2021

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	26
doctor visit	421
excision	26
lower extremity surgery	20
minimally invasive procedures	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	73
skin procedures	73
tendon surgery	20

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	206
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	70
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	67
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	27
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Richard M. Jensen, DPM for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

aspiration	15
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	30
doctor visit	373
excision	28
injections	25
lower extremity surgery	20
minimally invasive procedures	20
nail avulsion	15
nail procedures	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	66
skin procedures	66
tendon surgery	20

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	50
Non-Hispanic White	201
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	19
Other	3

**Age**
75 to 84	102
85 and over	56
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	120

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Richard M. Jensen, DPM From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Richard M. Jensen, DPM treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Richard M. Jensen, DPM graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine in 1994. He completed residency at Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. He is certified by the Board Certification: Foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine (1994)

Residency: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine

Board Certification: Board Certification: Foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Richard M. Jensen, DPM is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

El Camino Health

Sutter Health

SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION

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.

Richard M. Jensen, DPM appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicare, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including... and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Richard M. Jensen, DPM accepts the following insurance providers:

Blue Shield of California

Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Medicare

Cigna

Alliance PPO

Anthem Blue Cross of California

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only

Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO)

Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO

Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO

Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including...

Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund...

Ratings & Reviews

Richard M. Jensen, DPM has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 281 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Richard M. Jensen, DPM from all over the web to help you find the right in Mountain View, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Richard M. Jensen, DPM. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Arthrex, Inc.	$7,356 ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE DISTAL EXTREMITY ARTHROSCOPY $2,200	$5,156
EVOLUTION SURGICAL, INC	$4,431 $4,431
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$393 AccuFill $393
BIOVENTUS LLC	$285 Exogen $285
Stryker Corporation	$192 trauma navigation system $192
Other	$750 ALL ARTHREX PRODUCT LINES $170	Plaque Excision $121	CLARIX $103	Exparel $99	ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE DISTAL EXTREMITY ARTHROSCOPY $88	Other $170

**Types of Payments**
Education	$10,472
Food and Beverage	$1,712
Travel and Lodging	$1,222

Biography

Dr. Richard Jensen is a specialist in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine) in Mountain View, CA. His areas of expertise include the following: strains, deformity correction, and neuroma. Dr. Jensen is affiliated with El Camino Health and Sutter Health. His training includes a residency program at Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Jensen's patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He seems to honor Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, as well as other insurance carriers. His practice in MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA is open to new patients as reported by El Camino Health.