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Dr. Michael Birman, MD

Dr. Michael Birman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Arlington Heights, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Birman, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Michael Birman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Arlington Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Birman completed his residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Birman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birman’s office at (847) 956-0099.

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

    • Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals | University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Birman board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Birman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Birman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Birman typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Birman 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. Birman. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Birman typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Birman 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. Birman. 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Birman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Birman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 956-0099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Birman accept in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Birman in Arlington Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Birman's office located?

    Hand Surgery Associates S C

    515 W Algonquin Rd Ste 120

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

    (847) 956-0099

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    Dr. Michael Birman's Practice 2

    1625 S State St

    Belvidere, IL 61008

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

    Dr. Birman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679798565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Birman's specialty?

    Dr. Birman is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Arlington Heights, IL.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Michael Birman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Birman is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il), Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Birman accepting new patients in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Birman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Birman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Birman's office at (847) 956-0099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Birman?

    Please contact Dr. Birman's office at (847) 956-0099 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Birman's office located?

    Dr. Birman's offices are located in Arlington Heights, IL and Belvidere, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Birman have?

    Dr. Michael Birman is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.