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Dr. Brian Bethea, MD

Dr. Brian Bethea, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bethea, Thoracic Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Brian Bethea, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bethea graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Bethea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bethea’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bethea’s office at (561) 638-9140.

    Where did Dr. Bethea go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, General Surgery | Johns Hopkins University School Med | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bethea board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Bethea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bethea speak?

    Dr. Bethea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Bethea typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bethea 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. Bethea. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
    • Leaky Tricuspid Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Bethea typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bethea 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. Bethea. 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:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Bethea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bethea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 638-9140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bethea accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Bethea in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bethea's office located?

    Dr. Brian Bethea's Primary Practice

    3333 N Calvert St

    Baltimore, MD 21218

    (561) 638-9140

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    Dr. Brian Bethea's Practice 2

    201 E University Pkwy

    Baltimore, MD 21218

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    • Texas Rising Stars, 2012

    What is Dr. Bethea's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bethea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417002908.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bethea?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bethea

    What is Dr. Brian Bethea's specialty?

    Dr. Bethea is a Thoracic Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Brian Bethea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bethea is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Beebe Healthcare, Medstar Washington Hospital 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Brian Bethea accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Bethea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Bethea offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bethea's office at (561) 638-9140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Bethea?

    Please contact Dr. Bethea's office at (561) 638-9140 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bethea's office located?

    Dr. Bethea's office is located in Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Bethea have?

    Dr. Brian Bethea is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.