Who is Dr. Murtaugh, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Bryan Murtaugh, MD is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Dr. Murtaugh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murtaugh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murtaugh’s office at (202) 416-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Murtaugh?
Dr. Bryan Murtaugh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Murtaugh empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concussion, Exercise Prescription, Joint and Soft Tissue Injections, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Non-Operative Orthopedics, Orthobiologic Injections, Orthobiologic Treatments, Primary Care Sports Medicine, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Spinal Rehabilitation, Ultrasound Guided Procedures, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Bethesda/MD community, Dr. Murtaugh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Murtaugh board certified as a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bryan Murtaugh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Murtaugh speak?
Dr. Murtaugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Murtaugh treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murtaugh 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. Murtaugh. 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:
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Lower Back Spondylosis
Neck Spondylosis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Spondylosis
Lower Back Arthritis
Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
Cervical Spondylosis
Neck Arthritis
Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache
Dorsalgia
Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
Osteoarthritis of both knees
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis of the left knee
Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
Bilateral Hip Arthritis
Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
Neck Pain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Pain
Sore Neck
Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
Pain in Right Knee
Pain in Left Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
M25561: Pain in right knee
M25562: Pain in left 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:
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
Back Pain
SI Joint Inflammation
Sacroiliac Dysfunction
Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Tailbone Disorder
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Coccyx Disorder
Sacrococcygeal Pain
Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Murtaugh perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murtaugh 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. Murtaugh. 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:
Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
Epidural Steroid Injection
TFESI (Lumbar)
Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
Sacral Facet Joint Injection
Paravertebral Facet Injection
Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
Cervical Epidural Injection
Thoracic Epidural Injection
Spinal Nerve Block
Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
Multiple Trigger Point Injections
Sacroiliac Joint Injection
Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
Sacroiliac Joint Pain Injection
Transforaminal Epidural Injection
Spinal Nerve Block
Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
Trigger Point Release Injections
Muscle Pain Injections
Myofascial Pain Injections
SI joint injection
Sacroiliac steroid injection
Image-guided SI joint injection
Sacroiliac joint block
Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
Sacral Facet Nerve Block
Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
Sacroiliac nerve block
Steroid injection for SI joint pain
CPT Codes:
64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
64451: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; nerves innervating the sacroiliac joint, with image guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or computed tomography)
Also known as:
Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
Facet joint block
Zygapophyseal joint injection
Lower back facet injection
Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Peripheral Nerve Block
Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain
Chemical nerve block (extremity)
Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
Botox for spasticity (additional)
Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Knee Nerve Pain Injection
Greater Occipital Nerve Block
Genicular Nerve Block
Knee Pain Steroid Injection
Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
Occipital Nerve Injection
Headache Nerve Block
Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
Knee Injection with Ultrasound
Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Tendon Injection
Ligament Injection
Soft Tissue Injection
Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
Muscle Pain Injection
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
Hip Tendon Release
Hip Tenotomy
Hip Abductor Release
Hip Extensor Release
CPT Codes:
27006: Tenotomy, abductors and/or extensor(s) of hip, open (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Shoulder Tendon Release
Shoulder Tenotomy
Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
Shoulder Tendon Cutting
Rotator Cuff Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon
Does Dr. Murtaugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Murtaugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 416-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murtaugh accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Murtaugh in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bryan Murtaugh?
Dr. Murtaugh has appointments available at his Bethesda, MD office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Murtaugh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murtaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891941043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murtaugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murtaugh
What is Dr. Bryan Murtaugh's specialty?
Dr. Murtaugh is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near Bethesda, MD.
A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise. Contact Dr. Murtaugh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bryan Murtaugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murtaugh is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown 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.
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Is Bryan Murtaugh accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Bryan Murtaugh is accepting new patients at this time.
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