Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braun, Orthopedic Surgeon in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Stuart Braun, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Braun completed his residency at University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care. Dr. Braun is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braun’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braun’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Where did Dr. Braun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hosp for Sick Children Toronto, Fellow
Residency: University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care
Is Dr. Braun board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Braun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Braun speak?
Dr. Braun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Braun typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Braun 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. Braun. 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:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Unequal Limb Length
- Bone Disease
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Leg Length Inequality
- Arm Length Difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2170: Unequal limb length (acquired), unspecified site
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Braun typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Braun 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. Braun. 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:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
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:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Wrist Fracture Pinning
- Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
- Distal radius fracture repair
- Epiphyseal separation fixation
- Wrist bone pinning
CPT Codes:
- 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
CPT Codes:
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Does Dr. Braun accept my insurance?
Dr. Braun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braun accept in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Braun in South Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point Health Care
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Braun's office located?
Dr. Stuart Braun's Primary Practice
119 Gannett Dr
South Portland, ME 04106
(617) 636-5000
Recognitions
Awards
Tufts Affiliated Residency Program
Education Award
Tufts-New England Medical Center
The Oliver Smith Award
Raymond Kulhman Research Award
American Society of Bariatric Surgery
Resident Research Award
James E. Demeules Surgical Research Prize
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
Walter Daniel Manz Community Service Award
What is Dr. Braun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013946516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braun
What is Dr. Stuart Braun's specialty?
Dr. Braun is a Orthopedic Surgeon near South Portland, ME.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stuart Braun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braun is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 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 Stuart Braun accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Braun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Braun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braun's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Braun?
Please contact Dr. Braun's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Braun have?
Dr. Stuart Braun is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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