17 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Birmingham, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Where did Dr. Birmingham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cornell University Hospital For Special Surgery
Residency: George Washington University
Medical School: College of the Holy Cross | Loyola Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Birmingham board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Birmingham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Birmingham speak?
Dr. Birmingham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birmingham typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birmingham diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Birmingham. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birmingham typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birmingham performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Birmingham. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Hip Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of Hip
- Hip Joint Dye Injection
- Hip Joint Imaging Injection
CPT Codes:
- 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
CPT Codes:
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Hip Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole hip surgery
- Hip scope loose body
- Arthroscopic foreign body removal (hip)
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
- 29861: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
Does Dr. Birmingham accept my insurance?
Dr. Birmingham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 251-2905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birmingham accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Birmingham in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Birmingham's office located?
Dr. Patrick Birmingham's Primary Practice
680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 924
Chicago, IL 60611
(224) 251-2905
What hospitals are Dr. Birmingham affiliated with?
Dr. Birmingham has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 19 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
72% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Patrick Birmingham an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Birmingham has been rated and reviewed by 19 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Birmingham, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Member
American Orthopaedic Association, Emerging Leaders Programs
Professional Member
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Professional Member
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Professional Member
What is Dr. Birmingham's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birmingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043477052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birmingham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birmingham