32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Who is Dr. Slaughter, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Bridgewater, NJ?
Dr. Douglas Slaughter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgewater, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Slaughter completed his residency at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Slaughter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slaughter’s office at (505) 792-6886.
Where did Dr. Slaughter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona | New York City at Beth Israel Spine Institute
Medical School: The Ohio State University | The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Is Dr. Slaughter board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Slaughter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Slaughter speak?
Dr. Slaughter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Slaughter typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Slaughter 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. Slaughter. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Bulging Disc in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5021: Other cervical disc displacement, high cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Slaughter typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Slaughter may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Slaughter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Slaughter accept my insurance?
Dr. Slaughter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 792-6886 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slaughter accept in Bridgewater, NJ?
Dr. Slaughter in Bridgewater, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
EmblemHealth
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slaughter's office located?
Dr. Douglas Slaughter's Primary Practice
1200 US Highway 22 Ste 14
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(505) 792-6886
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Douglas Slaughter?
Dr. Slaughter has appointments available at his Bridgewater, NJ office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 90 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
84% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Douglas Slaughter an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Slaughter has been rated and reviewed by 90 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Slaughter, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Member
What is Dr. Slaughter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slaughter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194773911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slaughter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slaughter
What is Dr. Douglas Slaughter's specialty?
Dr. Slaughter is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Bridgewater, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Douglas Slaughter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Slaughter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Slaughter accepting new patients in Bridgewater, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Slaughter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Slaughter offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Slaughter, or call (505) 792-6886 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Slaughter?
Please contact Dr. Slaughter's office at (505) 792-6886 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Slaughter have?
Dr. Douglas Slaughter is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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