45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Besendorfer, Family Medicine Specialist in Nephi, UT?
Dr. James Besendorfer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nephi, UT. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Besendorfer graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Iowa Lutheran Hospital. Dr. Besendorfer is fluent in English, Navaho, and Navajo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Besendorfer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Besendorfer’s office at (435) 623-3200.
Where did Dr. Besendorfer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Besendorfer speak?
Dr. Besendorfer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Navaho
Navajo
What conditions does Dr. Besendorfer treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Besendorfer 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. Besendorfer. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cluster Headache
- Headache
- Suicide Headache', 'Horton's Syndrome
- Cephalalgia Periodica
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44009: Cluster headache syndrome, unspecified, not intractable
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does Dr. Besendorfer perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Besendorfer 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. Besendorfer. 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:
- 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Besendorfer accept my insurance?
Dr. Besendorfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (435) 623-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Besendorfer accept in Nephi, UT?
Dr. Besendorfer in Nephi, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
StableView Health
State of Tennessee
State of Utah
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Besendorfer's office located?
What is Dr. Besendorfer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Besendorfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194741629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Besendorfer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Besendorfer
What is Dr. James Besendorfer's specialty?
Dr. Besendorfer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Nephi, UT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Besendorfer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Besendorfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Besendorfer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 James Besendorfer accepting new patients in Nephi, UT?
Yes, Dr. James Besendorfer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Besendorfer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Besendorfer's office at (435) 623-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Besendorfer?
Please contact Dr. Besendorfer's office at (435) 623-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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