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Dr. Jeffrey Brittan, MD

North Platte, NE

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brittan, Family Medicine Specialist in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. Jeffrey Brittan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Platte, NE. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Brittan graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Brittan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brittan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brittan’s office at (308) 534-2532.

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

    • Residency: Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, Family Medicine | Creighton University Program

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brittan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Brittan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brittan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brittan treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brittan 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. Brittan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Other Types of Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Class 1 Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Unspecified Obesity
    • Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
    • Secondary Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Mild Obesity
    • Moderate Obesity
    • BMI Class 1 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight
    • E668: Other obesity
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E66811: Obesity, class 1

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
    • Z6822: Body mass index [BMI] 22.0-22.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
    • Body Weight
    • BMI in healthy range
    • Normal adult BMI
    • Healthy weight BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    What procedures does Dr. Brittan perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brittan 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. Brittan. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    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

    Does Dr. Brittan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brittan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 534-2532 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brittan accept in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. Brittan in North Platte, NE 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Nebraska

    • Sterling Jewelers

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    Where is Dr. Brittan's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Brittan's Primary Practice

    601 W Leota St

    North Platte, NE 69101

    (308) 534-2532

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

    Dr. Brittan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578591103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brittan?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Brittan's specialty?

    Dr. Brittan is a Family Medicine Specialist near North Platte, NE. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Brittan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jeffrey Brittan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brittan is affiliated with Great Plains Health, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Jeffrey Brittan accepting new patients in North Platte, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Brittan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Brittan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brittan's office at (308) 534-2532 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Brittan?

    Please contact Dr. Brittan's office at (308) 534-2532 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Brittan have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Brittan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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