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Dr. Craig Birch, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Birch, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Craig Birch, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Birch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birch’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birch’s office at (603) 650-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Birch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Birch treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Birch 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. Birch. 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:

    • Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Scoliosis of unknown cause
    • Primary scoliosis
    • Unspecified idiopathic scoliosis
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis
    • Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Child Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4124: Other idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
    • Birth Defects
    • Spinal birth defects
    • Congenital spine abnormalities
    • Vertebral malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Birch perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Birch 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. Birch. 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:

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Long Leg Cast Application
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast
    • Full leg cast
    • Thigh to toe cast
    • Leg cast application
    • Full leg immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
    • 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    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:

    • Spinal Fixation Device Reinsertion
    • Spinal Hardware Reinsertion
    • Spine Implant Revision
    • Re-implantation of Spinal Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22849: Reinsertion of spinal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
    • Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
    • Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
    • Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension

    Also known as:

    • Application of Risser Cast or Brace
    • Risser Jacket Application
    • Spinal Cast
    • Scoliosis Brace Application
    • Body Cast for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only

    Does Dr. Birch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Birch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 650-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Birch accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Birch in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • MedImpact

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Birch's office located?

    Dr. Craig Birch's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (603) 650-5000

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

    Dr. Birch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104263565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birch?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Birch's specialty?

    Dr. Birch is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Boston, MA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Birch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Birch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Birch is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Emerson Health, Elliot Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Concord Hospital 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

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    Is Craig Birch accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Birch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Birch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Birch's office at (603) 650-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Birch?

    Please contact Dr. Birch's office at (603) 650-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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