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Who is Dr. Burkam, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Columbus, OH?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burkam?
Dr. Benjamin Burkam, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burkam empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concussion Management, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus, OH community, Dr. Burkam is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Burkam speak?
Dr. Burkam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burkam typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Burkam 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. Burkam. 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 of the left 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burkam typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Burkam 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. Burkam. 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 Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
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
Also known as:
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Burkam accept my insurance?
Dr. Burkam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burkam accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Burkam in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Burkam's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Burkam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Burkam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Burkam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burkam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164717260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burkam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burkam