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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hempen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Eric Hempen is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Hempen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hempen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hempen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hempen speak?
Dr. Hempen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Hempen typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hempen 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. Hempen. 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:
- Multiple Pelvic Fractures with Unstable Pelvic Ring
- Fractures
- Broken Pelvis
- Severe Pelvic Bone Breaks
- Unstable Pelvic Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32811A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with unstable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Pelvis
- Fractures
- Pelvic Fracture
- Fractured Pelvis
- Pelvis Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32810A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture near Knee
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Shin Bone near Knee
- Upper Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82141D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Hempen typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hempen 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. Hempen. 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:
- 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:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Implantable Drug Device Insertion
- Deep drug delivery system placement
- Subfascial drug implant
- Manual drug device insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20700: Manual preparation and insertion of drug-delivery device(s), deep (eg, subfascial) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intramedullary Drug Delivery Device Insertion
- Bone Marrow Drug Device
- Intra-Bone Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery System Placement
CPT Codes:
- 20702: Manual preparation and insertion of drug-delivery device(s), intramedullary (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Bone Removal from Thigh or Shin
- Femur Bone Excision
- Tibia Bone Excision
- Fibula Bone Excision
- Bone Abscess Removal (Leg)
CPT Codes:
- 27360: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone, femur, proximal tibia and/or fibula (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess)
Also known as:
- Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
- Femoral shaft fracture open reduction
- Intramedullary nailing of femur
- Thigh bone fracture surgery
- Femur fracture repair with implant
CPT Codes:
- 27506: Open treatment of femoral shaft fracture, with or without external fixation, with insertion of intramedullary implant, with or without cerclage and/or locking screws
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture Repair with Rod and Screws
- Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
- Intramedullary Rod for Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Fracture Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27759: Treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture) by intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Hempen accept my insurance?
Dr. Hempen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hempen accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Hempen in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hempen's office located?
What is Dr. Hempen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hempen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366860140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hempen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hempen
What is Dr. Eric Hempen's specialty?
Dr. Hempen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Myrtle Beach, SC.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Eric Hempen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hempen is affiliated with Ummc Midtown Campus, Frederick Health Hospital, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore 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 Eric Hempen accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Yes, Dr. Eric Hempen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Hempen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hempen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Hempen?
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920 Doug White Dr Ste 130
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572