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Who is Dr. Behan, Orthopedic Surgeon in Bay City, MI?
Dr. Branislav Behan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bay City, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Behan graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine, completed his residency at Comb Mem-Dalhousie U, and is currently affiliated with Harbor Beach Community Hospital Walk In Clinic. Dr. Behan is fluent in English and Slovak, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behan’s office at (989) 895-9600.
Where did Dr. Behan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Comb Mem-Dalhousie U
Medical School: Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine | Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Behan board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Branislav Behan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Behan speak?
Dr. Behan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Slovak
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Behan typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Behan 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. Behan. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Behan typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Behan 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. Behan. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Behan accept my insurance?
Dr. Behan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 895-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behan accept in Bay City, MI?
Dr. Behan in Bay City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Behan's office located?
What is Dr. Behan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609962778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behan
What is Dr. Branislav Behan's specialty?
Dr. Behan is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Bay City, MI.
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. Branislav Behan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Behan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Scheurer Hospital, Deckerville Community Hospital, Hannibal Regional Hospital, Hills & Dales Healthcare. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Branislav Behan accepting new patients in Bay City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Branislav Behan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Branislav Behan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behan's office at (989) 895-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Branislav Behan?
Please contact Dr. Behan's office at (989) 895-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Branislav Behan have?
Dr. Branislav Behan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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