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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behm, Physiatrist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Laurie Behm, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Behm graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine. Dr. Behm is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behm’s office at (417) 782-5500.
Where did Dr. Behm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosps & Clinics, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Pennsylvania | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
Is Dr. Behm board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Behm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Behm speak?
Dr. Behm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Behm typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Behm 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. Behm. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Behm typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Behm 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. Behm. 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:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (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)
Does Dr. Behm accept my insurance?
Dr. Behm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 782-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behm accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Behm in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Behm's office located?
What is Dr. Behm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366493934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behm
What is Dr. Laurie Behm's specialty?
Dr. Behm is a Physiatrist near Joplin, MO.
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 this Dr. Laurie Behm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behm is affiliated with Freeman Health System 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
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Is Laurie Behm accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Behm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurie Behm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behm's office at (417) 782-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurie Behm?
Please contact Dr. Behm's office at (417) 782-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurie Behm have?
Dr. Laurie Behm is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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