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Dr. Brian Lohrbach, MD

Dr. Brian Lohrbach, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Appleton, WI

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lohrbach, Orthopedic Surgeon in Appleton, WI?

    Dr. Brian Lohrbach, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Appleton, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Lohrbach completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Lohrbach is fluent in English, Hmong; Mong, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lohrbach’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lohrbach’s office at (920) 731-3111.

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

    • Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loyola University Med Center | Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington Center / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lohrbach board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Lohrbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2014

    What languages does Dr. Lohrbach speak?

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

    • English
    • Hmong; Mong
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lohrbach typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lohrbach 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. Lohrbach. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    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:

    • 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. Lohrbach typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lohrbach 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. Lohrbach. 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 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 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:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    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
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    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:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Lohrbach accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lohrbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 731-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lohrbach accept in Appleton, WI?

    Dr. Lohrbach in Appleton, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lohrbach's office located?

    Dr. Brian Lohrbach's Primary Practice

    2400 E Capitol Dr

    Appleton, WI 54911

    (920) 731-3111

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    Dr. Brian Lohrbach's Practice 2

    2105 E Enterprise Ave # 112

    Appleton, WI 54913

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    Dr. Brian Lohrbach's Practice 3

    710 Riverside Dr

    Waupaca, WI 54981

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lohrbach affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lohrbach has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Thedacare Medical Center - New London,New London, WI
    Thedacare Regional Medical Center, Appleton, Inc,Appleton, WI
    Thedacare Medical Center - New London,Clintonville, WI

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Lohrbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528099199.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lohrbach?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Lohrbach's specialty?

    Dr. Lohrbach is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Appleton, WI.

    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 Dr. Brian Lohrbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lohrbach is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin 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 Dr. Brian Lohrbach accepting new patients in Appleton, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Lohrbach is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Lohrbach offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lohrbach's office at (920) 731-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Lohrbach?

    Please contact Dr. Lohrbach's office at (920) 731-3111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lohrbach's office located?

    Dr. Lohrbach's offices are located in Appleton, WI and Waupaca, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Lohrbach have?

    Dr. Brian Lohrbach is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.