39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busch, Orthopedic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Michael Busch, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Busch completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Busch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busch’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busch’s office at (404) 255-1933.
Where did Dr. Busch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
Is Dr. Busch board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Busch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Busch speak?
Dr. Busch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Busch treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Busch 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. Busch. 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:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Left Knee Instability
- Right Knee Instability
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Loose left knee
- Unstable left knee joint
- Left knee hypermobility
- Loose right knee
- Unstable right knee joint
- Right knee hypermobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25362: Other instability, left knee
- M25361: Other instability, right knee
Also known as:
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Familial osteochondritis dissecans
- Knee OCD
- Knee Cartilage Damage
- Knee Bone Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M93261: Osteochondritis dissecans, right knee
- M93262: Osteochondritis dissecans, left knee
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Discoid Meniscus
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Discoid Meniscus
- Disc-shaped Meniscus
- Meniscus Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q686: Discoid meniscus
What procedures does Dr. Busch perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Busch 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. Busch. 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:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Tibial Tubercle Surgery
- Knee Ligament Release (Lateral Retinacular Release)
- Quadricepsplasty
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
- Maquet procedure
- Knee bone realignment surgery
- Tibial tubercle osteotomy
- Kneecap stabilization surgery
- Lateral Retinacular Release
- Knee Cap Stabilization Surgery
- Patellar Tracking Surgery
- Open Knee Release
- Quadriceps Muscle Repair
- Knee Muscle Lengthening
- Quadriceps Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
- 27418: Anterior tibial tubercleplasty (eg, Maquet type procedure)
- 27425: Lateral retinacular release, open
- 27430: Quadricepsplasty (eg, Bennett or Thompson type)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee scope for OCD
- Osteochondritis dissecans surgery knee
- Knee cartilage repair arthroscopy
- Bone grafting knee arthroscopy
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 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
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29885: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; drilling for osteochondritis dissecans with bone grafting, with or without internal fixation (including debridement of base of lesion)
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
- 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:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
- Open Humerus Fracture Repair (Elbow Area)
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
- Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
- Elbow Fracture Surgery
- Humeral Epicondyle Fixation
- Upper Arm Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
- 24575: Open treatment of humeral epicondylar fracture, medial or lateral, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Elbow Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Elbow debridement
- Elbow scope surgery
- Arthroscopic elbow cleanup
CPT Codes:
- 29837: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, limited
Also known as:
- Large Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Major Bone Grafting
- Autograft
- Allograft
CPT Codes:
- 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Tibia Bone Cyst Excision
- Fibula Tumor Removal
- Leg Bone Curettage
- Benign Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27635: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tibia or fibula;
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Also known as:
- Extensive Elbow Arthroscopy with Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Elbow Scope with Cleaning
- Surgical Elbow Debridement
- Arthroscopic Elbow Cleanup
CPT Codes:
- 29838: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Kneecap
- Patellar fracture open reduction
- Kneecap internal fixation
- Patellectomy
CPT Codes:
- 27524: Open treatment of patellar fracture, with internal fixation and/or partial or complete patellectomy and soft tissue repair
Also known as:
- Autologous Bone Marrow Harvest
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Self Bone Marrow Collection
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Bone Marrow Donation (Self)
CPT Codes:
- 38232: Bone marrow harvesting for transplantation; autologous
Does Dr. Busch accept my insurance?
Dr. Busch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 255-1933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busch accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Busch in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Busch's office located?
Dr. Michael Busch's Primary Practice
5445 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 250
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 255-1933
Recognitions
Awards
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What is Dr. Busch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134108798.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busch
What is Dr. Michael Busch's specialty?
Dr. Busch is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Busch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Busch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busch is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital 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 Michael Busch accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Busch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Busch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (404) 255-1933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Busch?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (404) 255-1933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Busch have?
Dr. Michael Busch is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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