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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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Betech’s office at (225) 768-5700.
What languages does Dr. Betech speak?
Dr. Betech and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Betech typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Betech typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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) 768-5700 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alex Betech affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Betech is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, North Oaks Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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) 768-5700 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) 768-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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