How to Contact or Schedule an Appointment with OHOW (Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin)

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You can reach OHOW by phone at (414) 961-6800, or use the Request An Appointment option on ohow.com. The site also advertises a free, 24/7 "Consult with an Orthopedic Specialist NOW" channel and a Patient Portal for online account tasks. Below is how each route works and when to use it.

Ways to Contact OHOW

Method What it's for Notes from the site
Phone: (414) 961-6800 General questions, scheduling, urgent needs Number appears in the site header and footer
Request An Appointment (online) Booking a visit with an orthopedic specialist Listed as the main call-to-action on the homepage
"Consult with an Orthopedic Specialist NOW" Free, 24/7 specialist consult Described as free and available around the clock
Patient Portal Managing your account and records Linked in the top navigation
Contact Us page General inquiries Linked in the top navigation
Locations page Finding a clinic near you Linked in the top navigation

How to Schedule an Appointment Online

  1. Go to ohow.com.
  2. Select Request An Appointment (the homepage button) or Contact Us in the navigation.
  3. Provide your details and the reason for your visit — for example, a knee, shoulder, hip, or back concern.
  4. Submit the request and wait for the office to follow up with a confirmed time.

Expected result: Your request enters OHOW's scheduling process; the team contacts you to finalize the appointment. The site does not state a response-time guarantee, so call (414) 961-6800 if you need confirmation quickly.

When to Use Each Option

  • Call (414) 961-6800 if you want to speak with someone directly or need an answer fast.
  • Request An Appointment if you prefer to book online at your convenience.
  • 24/7 specialist consult if you have an immediate question about an orthopedic issue and want free guidance before booking.
  • Patient Portal if you already have an account and need to pay a bill, view records, or manage your care.
  • Locations page if your first question is which OHOW site is closest to you.

What OHOW Treats

Knowing the service line helps you pick the right specialist when you book. OHOW lists these specialties and services:

  • Ortho First — including free walk-in physical therapy assessments
  • Hand, Wrist, and Elbow
  • Shoulder
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Foot and Ankle
  • Neck and Back
  • Work-Related Injuries
  • Pain Management
  • Physical Therapy — therapy services and therapists
  • Diagnostic Services

Before and After Your Visit

OHOW's Patient Resources section covers the full care path, which is useful once your appointment is set:

  • Before Your Surgery
  • During Your Stay
  • Discharge Instructions
  • Case Management

Common Questions

Is the 24/7 consult really free? The site describes it as "Free and 24/7," so that is the stated offer — confirm details when you connect.

Can I just walk in? OHOW advertises free walk-in physical therapy assessments through Ortho First. For physician appointments, use the phone or online request instead.

How do I pay my bill? Use the Pay Your Bill link or the Patient Portal in the site navigation.

Where is OHOW? It is the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin, ranked in orthopedic care in Wisconsin. Check the Locations page for specific addresses.