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Dr. Mark Brayford, DO

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Dr. Mark Brayford, DO

Pottsville, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brayford, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Pottsville, PA?

    Dr. Mark Brayford, DO is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pottsville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brayford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brayford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brayford’s office at (570) 624-4777.

    What languages does Dr. Brayford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brayford treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brayford 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. Brayford. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Left Elbow Pain
    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching left elbow
    • Sore left elbow
    • Left elbow discomfort
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25522: Pain in left elbow
    • M25521: Pain in right elbow

    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:

    • Left Hand Pain
    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79642: Pain in left hand
    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Lesion
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Injury
    • Shoulder Problem
    • Shoulder Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7581: Other shoulder lesions, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does Dr. Brayford perform?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brayford 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. Brayford. 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:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Brayford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brayford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 624-4777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brayford accept in Pottsville, PA?

    Dr. Brayford in Pottsville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AON

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Brayford's office located?

    Dr. Mark Brayford's Primary Practice

    48 Tunnel Rd Ste 203

    Pottsville, PA 17901

    (570) 624-4777

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    Dr. Mark Brayford's Practice 2

    2310 Highland Ave

    Bethlehem, PA 18020

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    Dr. Mark Brayford's Practice 3

    1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18104

    (610) 861-8080

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Mark Brayford an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Brayford has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Brayford, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Brayford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417155151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brayford?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Brayford's specialty?

    Dr. Brayford is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Pottsville, PA. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Brayford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Brayford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brayford is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Geisinger Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mark Brayford accepting new patients in Pottsville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Brayford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Brayford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brayford's office at (570) 624-4777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Brayford?

    Please contact Dr. Brayford's office at (570) 624-4777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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