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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Banffy, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Banffy, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Banffy completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard University- Orthopaedic. Dr. Banffy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banffy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banffy’s office at (310) 665-7227.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Banffy?
Dr. Michael Banffy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Banffy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Advanced knee arthroscopy techniques, Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Arthroscopy- Elbow, Cartilage Repair/Restoration, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Banffy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Banffy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kerlan Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic- Sports Medicine
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard University- Orthopaedic
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York
Is Dr. Banffy board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Banffy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Banffy speak?
Dr. Banffy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Banffy treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banffy 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. Banffy. 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:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Left Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
- Left Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Left Hip Ligament
- Left Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
- S73192A: Other sprain of left hip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Right Hip Joint Problems
- Other Left Hip Joint Problems
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Joint Condition
- Right Hip Arthropathy
- Right Hip Articular Disorder
- Left Hip Joint Condition
- Left Hip Arthropathy
- Left Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
- M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Loose left shoulder
- Unstable left shoulder joint
- Left shoulder hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25312: Other instability, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cartilage Damage in Right Hip
- Cartilage Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right hip chondromalacia
- Right hip cartilage lesion
- Articular cartilage defect right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24151: Other articular cartilage disorders, right hip
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Joint Instability
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Joint Looseness
- Weak Right Shoulder Joint
- Right Shoulder Hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25311: Other instability, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Lower Leg Cartilage Disorder
- Cartilage Disorder
- Lower Leg Cartilage Problems
- Lower Leg Cartilage Disease
- Lower Leg Joint Cartilage Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M948X6: Other specified disorders of cartilage, lower leg
What procedures does Dr. Banffy perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banffy 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. Banffy. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee Scope for Adhesions
- Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Open Knee Cartilage Transplant
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Knee Meniscus Transplant Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Knee Osteochondral Allograft
- Knee Cartilage Repair Surgery
- Open Knee Cartilage Graft
- Knee Joint Resurfacing
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Transplant
- Knee Cartilage Transplant
- Meniscal Allograft Transplantation
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 27415: Osteochondral allograft, knee, open
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
- 29868: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; meniscal transplantation (includes arthrotomy for meniscal insertion), medial or lateral
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Acetabuloplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope for Pincer Lesion
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
- Keyhole Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29915: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with acetabuloplasty (ie, treatment of pincer lesion)
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- PCL Reconstruction Surgery
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Surgery
- Arthroscopic PCL Repair
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
- 29889: Arthroscopically aided posterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
- Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
- Triceps tendon repair surgery
- Tendon graft for arm
CPT Codes:
- 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft
Also known as:
- Knee Cartilage Implant (ACI)
- Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation
- ACI Knee Surgery
- Cartilage Repair Knee
- Knee Joint Cartilage Regeneration
CPT Codes:
- 27412: Autologous chondrocyte implantation, knee
Also known as:
- Quadriceps or Hamstring Muscle Repair
- Thigh Muscle Rupture Repair
- Quadriceps Tendon Repair
- Hamstring Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27385: Suture of quadriceps or hamstring muscle rupture; primary
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Shoulder Separation
- AC Joint Dislocation Repair
- Acromioclavicular Joint Surgery
- Shoulder Dislocation Open Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23550: Open treatment of acromioclavicular dislocation, acute or chronic;
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Collarbone Fixation
- Open Clavicle Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
Also known as:
- Patellar Tendon Repair
- Knee Tendon Suture
- Infrapatellar Tendon Reconstruction
- Knee Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27380: Suture of infrapatellar tendon; primary
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Banffy accept my insurance?
Dr. Banffy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 665-7227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banffy accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Banffy in Los Angeles, CA 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 Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Monarch HealthCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Banffy's office located?
Dr. Michael Banffy's Primary Practice
6801 Park Ter Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-7227
What is Dr. Banffy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banffy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558497982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banffy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banffy
What is Dr. Michael Banffy's specialty?
Dr. Banffy is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Banffy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Banffy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banffy is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Banffy accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Banffy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Banffy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banffy's office at (310) 665-7227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Banffy?
Please contact Dr. Banffy's office at (310) 665-7227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Banffy have?
Dr. Michael Banffy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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