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Dr. Joseph Blessman, MD
Austin, MN
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Blessman, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Austin, MN?
Dr. Joseph Blessman, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blessman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blessman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blessman’s office at (507) 433-7351.
What languages does Dr. Blessman speak?
Dr. Blessman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blessman treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blessman 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. Blessman. 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
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
- M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Left Shoulder Synovitis
- Left Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
- M67912: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Gluteal Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Gluteal Tendinopathy
- Gluteal Tendon Inflammation
- Hip Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7601: Gluteal tendinitis, right hip
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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Blessman perform?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blessman 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. Blessman. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa 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
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Blessman accept my insurance?
Dr. Blessman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 433-7351 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blessman accept in Austin, MN?
Dr. Blessman in Austin, MN 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 Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Genesis Health System
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blessman's office located?
What is Dr. Blessman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blessman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396206280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blessman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blessman
What is Dr. Joseph Blessman's specialty?
Dr. Blessman is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Austin, MN. 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. Blessman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Blessman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blessman 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
Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Joseph Blessman accepting new patients in Austin, MN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Blessman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Blessman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blessman's office at (507) 433-7351 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Blessman?
Please contact Dr. Blessman's office at (507) 433-7351 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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