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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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blessman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blessman’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blessman typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blessman typically perform?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
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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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