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Dr. Benjamin Bryner, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bryner, Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Benjamin Bryner, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bryner is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bryner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bryner’s office at (800) 266-3853.

    What languages does Dr. Bryner speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Bryner typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bryner 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. Bryner. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Bryner typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bryner 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. Bryner. 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:

    • Implantable Heart Pump Insertion (VAD)
    • Ventricular Assist Device Implantation
    • VAD Surgery
    • Artificial Heart Pump

    CPT Codes:

    • 33979: Insertion of ventricular assist device, implantable intracorporeal, single ventricle

    Also known as:

    • Donor Heart Preparation for Transplant
    • Heart Allograft Preparation
    • Cadaver Heart Dissection for Transplant
    • Donor Heart Procurement Prep

    CPT Codes:

    • 33944: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor heart allograft prior to transplantation, including dissection of allograft from surrounding soft tissues to prepare aorta, superior vena cava, inferior vena cava, pulmonary artery, and left atrium for implantation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant
    • New Heart Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Heart Assist Balloon
    • Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Removal
    • Percutaneous IABP Removal
    • Heart Balloon Device Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 33968: Removal of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Removal
    • ICD Pulse Generator Removal
    • Implantable Defibrillator Explant
    • Defibrillator Battery Removal
    • Heart Defibrillator Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Septal Defect Repair
    • ASD Repair
    • Secundum ASD Closure
    • Open Heart Surgery for ASD
    • Heart Defect Patch Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch

    Also known as:

    • ECMO Cannula Insertion (Peripheral)
    • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
    • ECLS Cannula Placement
    • Life Support Cannula

    CPT Codes:

    • 33952: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; insertion of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), percutaneous, 6 years and older (includes fluoroscopic guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Bryner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bryner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 266-3853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bryner accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Bryner in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bryner's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Bryner's Primary Practice

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (800) 266-3853

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    Dr. Benjamin Bryner's Practice 2

    251 E Huron St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Bryner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992933006.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bryner?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Bryner's specialty?

    Dr. Bryner is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Bryner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bryner is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Benjamin Bryner accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Bryner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Bryner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bryner's office at (800) 266-3853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Bryner?

    Please contact Dr. Bryner's office at (800) 266-3853 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bryner's office located?

    Dr. Bryner's office is located in Chicago, IL.