Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bifano, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Shawn Bifano is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bifano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bifano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bifano’s office at (610) 402-8900.
What languages does Dr. Bifano speak?
Dr. Bifano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Bifano typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Bifano 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. Bifano. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sprained Right Ankle
- Sprained Left Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Twisted Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Ligament Injury
- Right Ankle Strain
- Twisted Left Ankle
- Left Ankle Ligament Injury
- Left Ankle Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S93491D: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, subsequent encounter
- S93492D: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Heel Cord Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg
- M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Unstable Right Ankle Joint
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Loose Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Joint Instability
- Wobbly Right Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25371: Other instability, right ankle
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Bifano typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Bifano 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. Bifano. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. Bifano accept my insurance?
Dr. Bifano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bifano accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Bifano in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bifano's office located?
110 Lvpg Orthopedics And Sports Medicine
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-8900
What is Dr. Bifano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bifano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285097667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bifano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bifano
What is Dr. Shawn Bifano's specialty?
Dr. Bifano is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Allentown, PA.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Shawn Bifano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bifano is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Regional Hospital Of Scranton which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Shawn Bifano accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Bifano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Bifano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bifano's office at (610) 402-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Bifano?
Please contact Dr. Bifano's office at (610) 402-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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110 Lvpg Orthopedics And Sports Medicine
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103