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Who is Dr. Bivens, Plastic Surgeon in Brawley, CA?
Dr. Joseph Bivens, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brawley, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Bivens completed his residency at Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Bivens is fluent in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bivens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bivens’s office at (209) 956-7725.
Where did Dr. Bivens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville
Is Dr. Bivens board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bivens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bivens speak?
Dr. Bivens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Bivens typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Bivens 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. Bivens. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Bivens typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Bivens 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. Bivens. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- 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
- 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)
- 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:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
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)
Does Dr. Bivens accept my insurance?
Dr. Bivens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 956-7725 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bivens accept in Brawley, CA?
Dr. Bivens in Brawley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Mercy Care
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Bivens' office located?
Dr. Joseph Bivens' Primary Practice
751 W Legion Rd Ste 300
Brawley, CA 92227
(209) 956-7725
What is Dr. Bivens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bivens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013118801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bivens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bivens
What is Dr. Joseph Bivens's specialty?
Dr. Bivens is a Plastic Surgeon near Brawley, CA.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Joseph Bivens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bivens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pioneers Memorial Hospital, Imperial Valley Healthcare District. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Bivens accepting new patients in Brawley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bivens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Bivens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bivens's office at (209) 956-7725 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bivens?
Please contact Dr. Bivens's office at (209) 956-7725 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Bivens have?
Dr. Joseph Bivens is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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