Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crane, Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Benjamin Crane, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Crane graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Crane is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crane’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crane’s office at (314) 788-9907.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Crane?
Dr. Benjamin Crane, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon 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. Crane empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Herniated Discs, Sciatica, Spinal Disc Replacement, Workers' Compensation Injuries, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Crane is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Crane go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Crane board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Crane, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Crane speak?
Dr. Crane and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Crane typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Crane 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. Crane. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Sprain of Lower Back Ligaments
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar Spine Sprain
- Stretched Lower Back Ligaments
- Lower Back Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S335XXA: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Crane typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Crane 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. Crane. 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:
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement
- Total Disc Arthroplasty
- Lumbar Disc Prosthesis
- Anterior Lumbar Disc Replacement
- Spinal Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22857: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); single interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Crane accept my insurance?
Dr. Crane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 788-9907 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crane accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Crane in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Accident Fund Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
HealthScope
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crane's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Crane affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
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