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Who is Dr. Phero, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. James Phero is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Phero is fluent in English, Arabic, German, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phero’s office.
What languages does Dr. Phero speak?
Dr. Phero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
German
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Phero typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Phero 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. Phero. 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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Problems with Tooth Eruption
- Impacted Teeth
- Tooth Disorder
- Delayed tooth eruption
- Impacted teeth
- Teeth not coming in
- Stuck teeth
- Unerupted teeth
- Teeth that won't come in
ICD-10 Codes:
- K006: Disturbances in tooth eruption
- K011: Impacted teeth
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Upper Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Small upper jaw
- Maxillary undergrowth
- Maxillary hypoplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2602: Maxillary hypoplasia
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Lower Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Small lower jaw
- Receding lower jaw
- Mandibular undergrowth
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2604: Mandibular hypoplasia
Also known as:
- Other Jaw Joint Disorder (TMJ)
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Specific TMJ problems
- Uncommon jaw joint issues
- Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2669: Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
Also known as:
- Mouth Infection
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Abscess
- Mouth Cellulitis
- Dental Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Phero typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Phero 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. Phero. 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:
- Jawbone Reconstruction with Fixation
- Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
- Mandibular Sagittal Split Osteotomy
- Jawbone Reshaping Surgery
- Internal Jaw Fixation
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Cyst Removal
- Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21196: Reconstruction of mandibular rami and/or body, sagittal split; with internal rigid fixation
- 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
Also known as:
- Midface Reconstruction Surgery
- LeFort I Osteotomy
- Maxillary Reconstruction
- Facial Bone Repositioning
CPT Codes:
- 21141: Reconstruction midface, LeFort I; single piece, segment movement in any direction (eg, for Long Face Syndrome), without bone graft
Also known as:
- TMJ Arthroscopy
- Endoscopy
- Jaw joint arthroscopy
- TMJ scope surgery
- Temporomandibular joint endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29804: Arthroscopy, temporomandibular joint, surgical
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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:
- Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandible Fracture Repair
- Broken Jaw Surgery
- Jaw Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21462: Open treatment of mandibular fracture; with interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Reshaping
- Alveoloplasty
- Gum Ridge Reshaping
- Jaw Ridge Smoothing
- Dental Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 41874: Alveoloplasty, each quadrant (specify)
Does Dr. Phero accept my insurance?
Dr. Phero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phero accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Phero in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Phero's office located?
What is Dr. Phero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881034304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phero
What is Dr. James Phero's specialty?
Dr. Phero is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. James Phero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phero is affiliated with Uc Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, The Christ 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
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Is James Phero accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. James Phero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Phero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phero's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Phero?
Please contact Dr. Phero's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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