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Dr. Alex Betech, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Betech, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Alex Betech, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Betech is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Betech’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Betech’s office at (225) 768-5772.
What languages does Dr. Betech speak?
Dr. Betech and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Betech treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Betech 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. Betech. 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 both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Aseptic Necrosis
- Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death from Unknown Cause
- Avascular Necrosis of Unknown Origin
- Idiopathic Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death without Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87051: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of right femur
- M87052: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of left femur
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:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Broken Left Lower Leg
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Fibula Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82892A: Other fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Betech perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Betech 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. Betech. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, 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
Does Dr. Betech accept my insurance?
Dr. Betech accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 768-5772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Betech accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Betech in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molex
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Betech's office located?
What is Dr. Betech's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Betech's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174886733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Betech?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Betech
What is Dr. Alex Betech's specialty?
Dr. Betech is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Betech to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Betech affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Betech is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, North Oaks 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 Alex Betech accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Betech is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Betech offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Betech's office at (225) 768-5772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Betech?
Please contact Dr. Betech's office at (225) 768-5772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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