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Dr. Benjamin Beecher, MD

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Beecher, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Benjamin Beecher, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Beecher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beecher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beecher’s office at (515) 247-8400.

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

    • Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com

    What languages does Dr. Beecher speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Beecher treat?

    As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Beecher 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. Beecher. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Which procedures does Dr. Beecher perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Benjamin Beecher may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Beecher's office.

    Does Dr. Beecher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Beecher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Beecher accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Beecher in Des Moines, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Beecher's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Beecher's Primary Practice

    450 Laurel St Ste A

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 247-8400

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    Iowa Orthopaedic Center

    804 Kenyon Rd

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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    Dr. Benjamin Beecher's Practice 3

    710 E 1st St

    Ankeny, IA 50021

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

    Dr. Beecher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720299217.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beecher?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Beecher's specialty?

    Dr. Beecher is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Des Moines, IA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Beecher to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Beecher is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

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    Is Benjamin Beecher accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Beecher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Beecher's office at (515) 247-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Beecher?

    Please contact Dr. Beecher's office at (515) 247-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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