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Dr. Benjamin Maclennan, MD

Iowa City, IA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Maclennan, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Benjamin Maclennan, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Maclennan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maclennan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maclennan’s office at (319) 338-3606.

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

    • Medical School: Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States

    Is Dr. Maclennan board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Maclennan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Maclennan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Maclennan typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Maclennan 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. Maclennan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Maclennan typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Maclennan 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. Maclennan. 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 here.

    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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
    • Vertebral Fixation
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation
    • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Maclennan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Maclennan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 338-3606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Maclennan accept in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Maclennan in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Maclennan's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Maclennan's Primary Practice

    2751 Northgate Dr

    Iowa City, IA 52245

    (319) 338-3606

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    Dr. Benjamin Maclennan's Practice 2

    2750 Mount Pleasant St Ste 112

    Burlington, IA 52601

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    Dr. Benjamin Maclennan's Practice 3

    1130 S Scott Blvd

    Iowa City, IA 52240

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

    Dr. Maclennan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760696389.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maclennan?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Maclennan's specialty?

    Dr. Maclennan is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Iowa City, IA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

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

    Yes, Dr. Maclennan is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus 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 Benjamin Maclennan accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Maclennan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Maclennan's office at (319) 338-3606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Maclennan?

    Please contact Dr. Maclennan's office at (319) 338-3606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Maclennan have?

    Dr. Benjamin Maclennan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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