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Dr. Richard Behlke, MD

Scranton, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behlke, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Richard Behlke, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Scranton, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Behlke completed his residency at Hltheast Tch Hp-Allentown Hp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Behlke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behlke’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behlke’s office at (570) 346-7338.

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

    • Residency: Hltheast Tch Hp-Allentown Hp, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    Is Dr. Behlke board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Behlke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Behlke speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Behlke treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Behlke 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. Behlke. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
    • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Third Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
    • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
    • Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
    • Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
    • Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
    • Pregnancy Management for Complications
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
    • O0991: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
    • Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
    • High-risk pregnancy care (general)
    • Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Obesity during pregnancy
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Obesity
    • Maternal obesity
    • Obesity in pregnancy
    • Weight issues in pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    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:

    • Long-Term Birth Control Use
    • Birth Control
    • Chronic hormonal contraception
    • Ongoing birth control pills
    • Extended contraceptive use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z793: Long term (current) use of hormonal contraceptives

    What procedures does Dr. Behlke perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Behlke 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. Behlke. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Lining Removal
    • Endometrial Resection
    • Thermoablation of Uterus

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
    • 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Colposcopy
    • Vaginal Colposcopy with Biopsy
    • Cervix Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57455: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix

    Does Dr. Behlke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behlke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 346-7338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behlke accept in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Behlke in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Behlke's office located?

    Dr. Richard Behlke's Primary Practice

    521 Mt Pleasant Dr Ste 101

    Scranton, PA 18503

    (570) 346-7338

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

    Dr. Behlke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700856168.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behlke?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Behlke's specialty?

    Dr. Behlke is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Scranton, PA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Behlke to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Behlke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behlke is affiliated with Regional Hospital of Scranton, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

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    Is Richard Behlke accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Behlke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Behlke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behlke's office at (570) 346-7338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Behlke?

    Please contact Dr. Behlke's office at (570) 346-7338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Behlke have?

    Dr. Richard Behlke is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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