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Dr. Janus Butcher, MD

Dr. Janus Butcher, MD

Duluth, MN

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Butcher, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Duluth, MN?

    Dr. Janus Butcher, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Butcher completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Butcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butcher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butcher’s office at (218) 786-8364.

    Where did Dr. Butcher go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Madigan Army Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn

    Is Dr. Butcher board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Janus Butcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Butcher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Butcher treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Butcher 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. Butcher. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Hip
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Hip Ache
    • Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25559: Pain in unspecified hip

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Lesion
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Injury
    • Shoulder Problem
    • Shoulder Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7581: Other shoulder lesions, right shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Butcher perform?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Butcher 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. Butcher. 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:

    • 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Butcher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-8364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butcher accept in Duluth, MN?

    Dr. Butcher in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Multiplan Wisconsin Preferred Provider Network (WPPN)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Butcher's office located?

    Dr. Janus Butcher's Primary Practice

    1600 Miller Trunk Hwy

    Duluth, MN 55811

    (218) 786-8364

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    Dr. Janus Butcher's Practice 2

    1101 9th St N

    Virginia, MN 55792

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    Dr. Janus Butcher's Practice 3

    400 E 3rd St

    Duluth, MN 55805

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

    Dr. Butcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588610992.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butcher?

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

    What is Dr. Janus Butcher's specialty?

    Dr. Butcher is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Duluth, MN. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Butcher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Janus Butcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Butcher is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth 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

    Where can I learn more about Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Janus Butcher accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Janus Butcher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janus Butcher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (218) 786-8364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janus Butcher?

    Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (218) 786-8364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janus Butcher have?

    Dr. Janus Butcher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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