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Dr. Scot Brown, MD

Dr. Scot Brown, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Orthopedic Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Scot Brown, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brown is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (800) 321-9999.

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

    Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Bone Disease
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Bone Neoplasm
    • Cartilage Neoplasm
    • Uncertain Bone Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Neoplasm
    • Soft Tissue Growth
    • Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    What procedures does Dr. Brown perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Needle Biopsy
    • Deep Bone Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
    • Muscle Tissue Sample
    • Needle Bone Biopsy
    • Trocar Bone Biopsy
    • Vertebral Body Biopsy
    • Femur Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
    • 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)

    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:

    • Large Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Thigh or Knee
    • Thigh Tumor Excision
    • Knee Soft Tissue Mass Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Surgery
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Resection Leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27339: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
    • 27337: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Cryoablation for Bone Tumors
    • Bone Tumor Freezing
    • Percutaneous Cryoablation
    • Cryotherapy for Bone Cancer

    CPT Codes:

    • 20983: Ablation therapy for reduction or eradication of 1 or more bone tumors (eg, metastasis) including adjacent soft tissue when involved by tumor extension, percutaneous, including imaging guidance when performed; cryoablation

    Also known as:

    • Femur Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
    • Excision of Femur Bone Cyst
    • Curettage of Femur Bone Tumor
    • Thigh Bone Tumor Surgery
    • Femur Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 27355: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor of femur;

    Also known as:

    • Revision Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Arthroplasty Revision
    • Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Knee Implant Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Total Hip Replacement (Both Components)
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Re-do Hip Replacement
    • Total Hip Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27134: Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both components, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Prophylactic Femur Stabilization
    • Femur Nailing
    • Femur Pinning
    • Femur Plating
    • Prophylactic Bone Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27495: Prophylactic treatment (nailing, pinning, plating, or wiring) with or without methylmethacrylate, femur

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Small)
    • Thigh tumor excision
    • Knee soft tissue mass removal
    • Intramuscular tumor removal leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27328: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Revision Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip Arthroplasty Revision
    • Repeat Hip Replacement
    • Hip Joint Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27132: Conversion of previous hip surgery to total hip arthroplasty, with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Knee Joint Manipulation
    • Knee Mobilization Under Sedation
    • Knee Adhesion Release (Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 27570: Manipulation of knee joint under general anesthesia (includes application of traction or other fixation devices)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 321-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Brown in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Mattel Inc

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Scot Brown's Primary Practice

    925 Chestnut St Fl 5

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

    (800) 321-9999

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    Dr. Scot Brown's Practice 2

    1086 Highway 315 Blvd

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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    Dr. Scot Brown's Practice 3

    3300 Tillman Dr Fl 2

    Bensalem, PA 19020

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    What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639338890.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown

    What is Dr. Scot Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scot Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Scot Brown accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Scot Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scot Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (800) 321-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scot Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (800) 321-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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