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Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus, MD

Physiatrist

Mangonia Park, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westerhaus, Physiatrist in Mangonia Park, FL?

    Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mangonia Park, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Westerhaus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerhaus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerhaus’s office at (561) 844-5255.

    What languages does Dr. Westerhaus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Westerhaus typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Westerhaus 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. Westerhaus. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Westerhaus typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Westerhaus 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. Westerhaus. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Westerhaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westerhaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 844-5255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Westerhaus accept in Mangonia Park, FL?

    Dr. Westerhaus in Mangonia Park, FL 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Westerhaus' office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus' Primary Practice

    927 45th St Ste 303

    Mangonia Park, FL 33407

    (561) 844-5255

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    Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus' Practice 2

    105 Ballenisles Cir

    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

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    Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus' Practice 3

    13550 S Jog Rd # 100

    Delray Beach, FL 33446

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

    Dr. Westerhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750817367.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerhaus?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus's specialty?

    Dr. Westerhaus is a Physiatrist near Mangonia Park, FL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    Yes, Dr. Westerhaus is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, Hca Florida Jfk Hospital, Hca Florida Palms West 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 Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus accepting new patients in Mangonia Park, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Westerhaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westerhaus' office at (561) 844-5255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Westerhaus' office at (561) 844-5255 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Westerhaus' office located?

    Dr. Westerhaus' offices are located in Mangonia Park, FL, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, and Delray Beach, FL.