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Dr. John Brizendine, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brizendine, Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. John Brizendine, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brizendine graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Hlth Alliance, General Surgery. Dr. Brizendine is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brizendine’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brizendine’s office at (480) 707-9504.

    Where did Dr. Brizendine go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Palmetto Hlth Alliance, General Surgery | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brizendine speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brizendine treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Brizendine 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. Brizendine. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Brizendine perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Brizendine 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. Brizendine. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Peritoneal Lavage (Abdominal Fluid Wash)
    • Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
    • Abdominal Fluid Sampling
    • Belly Wash Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 49084: Peritoneal lavage, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    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. Brizendine accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brizendine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 707-9504 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brizendine accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Brizendine in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brizendine's office located?

    Dr. John Brizendine's Primary Practice

    20333 N 19th Ave Ste 230

    Phoenix, AZ 85027

    (480) 707-9504

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    Dr. John Brizendine's Practice 2

    20401 N 73rd St Ste 155

    Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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    Dr. John Brizendine's Practice 3

    519 Rose Ln

    Wickenburg, AZ 85390

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

    Dr. Brizendine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457575813.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brizendine?

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

    What is Dr. John Brizendine's specialty?

    Dr. Brizendine is a Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Brizendine to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Brizendine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brizendine is affiliated with HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Abrazo West Campus, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center 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 John Brizendine accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. John Brizendine is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Brizendine offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brizendine's office at (480) 707-9504 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Brizendine?

    Please contact Dr. Brizendine's office at (480) 707-9504 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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