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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benz, Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Stephen Benz, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Benz completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Benz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benz’s office at (314) 543-5284.
Where did Dr. Benz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery | University of Kentucky Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
Is Dr. Benz board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Benz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Benz speak?
Dr. Benz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Benz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Benz 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. Benz. 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Benz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Benz 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. Benz. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
CPT Codes:
- 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Does Dr. Benz accept my insurance?
Dr. Benz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 543-5284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benz accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Benz in Saint Louis, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benz's office located?
3005b Mercy Clinic Orthopedic Surgery T
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3005B
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 543-5284
What is Dr. Benz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952354706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benz
What is Dr. Stephen Benz's specialty?
Dr. Benz is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Stephen Benz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benz is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Stephen Benz accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Benz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Benz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benz's office at (314) 543-5284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Benz?
Please contact Dr. Benz's office at (314) 543-5284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Benz have?
Dr. Stephen Benz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Connect with DR. Benz
3005b Mercy Clinic Orthopedic Surgery T
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3005B
Saint Louis, MO 63141