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Dr. Charles Kanaly, MD

Dr. Charles Kanaly, MD

Fall River, MA

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    Who is Dr. Kanaly, Neurosurgeon in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Charles Kanaly, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kanaly completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Kanaly is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanaly’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanaly’s office at (508) 672-0545.

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

    • Residency: Duke University Medical Center | Duke University Medical Center | Duke University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kanaly board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Kanaly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kanaly speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kanaly typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kanaly 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. Kanaly. 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:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • 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 Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kanaly typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kanaly 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. Kanaly. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Kanaly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kanaly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 672-0545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kanaly accept in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Kanaly in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kanaly's office located?

    Dr. Charles Kanaly's Primary Practice

    277 Pleasant St Ste 101

    Fall River, MA 02721

    (508) 672-0545

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    Dr. Charles Kanaly's Practice 2

    537 Faunce Corner Rd

    Dartmouth, MA 02747

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

    Dr. Kanaly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568637296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanaly?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Kanaly's specialty?

    Dr. Kanaly is a Neurosurgeon near Fall River, MA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is this Dr. Charles Kanaly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kanaly is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc, Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Taunton Inc. 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

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    Is Charles Kanaly accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Kanaly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Kanaly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kanaly's office at (508) 672-0545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Kanaly?

    Please contact Dr. Kanaly's office at (508) 672-0545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Kanaly have?

    Dr. Charles Kanaly is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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