Who is Dr. Berson, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Lawrence Berson, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Middletown, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Berson completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery.
Dr. Berson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berson’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Berson?
Dr. Lawrence Berson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Berson empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Joint Replacement, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Middletown/CT community, Dr. Berson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Berson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa
Is Dr. Berson board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Berson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Berson speak?
Dr. Berson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Berson treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Berson 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. Berson. 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 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:
Plantar Fibromatosis
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Heel Injuries and Disorder
Ledderhose disease
Plantar fasciitis nodule
Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
Right Ankle and Foot Pain
Ankle Injuries and Disorder
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore Right Ankle
Sore Right Foot
Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
Ankle Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Ankle Fracture
Fractured Ankle
Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Berson perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Berson 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. Berson. 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:
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:
Foot Bone Infection Removal
Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
Tarsal Bone Excision
Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
Partial Foot Bone Removal
Metatarsal Osteotomy
Foot Bone Lengthening
Foot Bone Shortening
Foot Bone Angle Correction
CPT Codes:
28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
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:
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:
Large Bone Graft
Bone Grafts
Major Bone Grafting
Autograft
Allograft
CPT Codes:
20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
Also known as:
Hammertoe Correction Surgery
Hammertoe Repair
Toe Straightening Surgery
Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
Also known as:
Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon
Also known as:
Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
Broken Ankle Surgery
Malleolar Fracture Fixation
Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
Does Dr. Berson accept my insurance?
Dr. Berson 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. Berson accept in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Berson in Middletown, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Berson?
Dr. Berson has appointments available at his Middletown, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Berson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407942006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berson
What is Dr. Lawrence Berson's specialty?
Dr. Berson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Middletown, CT.
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. Contact Dr. Berson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Berson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berson is affiliated with Middlesex Hospital 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
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Is Lawrence Berson accepting new patients in Middletown, CT?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Berson is accepting new patients at this time.
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