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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kurtom, Neurosurgeon in Easton, MD?
Dr. Khalid Kurtom, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Easton, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kurtom is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurtom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurtom’s office at (410) 820-9117.
What languages does Dr. Kurtom speak?
Dr. Kurtom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kurtom typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kurtom 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. Kurtom. 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 Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
- Discogenic Lumbar Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kurtom typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kurtom 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. Kurtom. 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
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- 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)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 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 Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kurtom accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurtom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 820-9117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurtom accept in Easton, MD?
Dr. Kurtom in Easton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Maryland
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kurtom's office located?
What is Dr. Kurtom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurtom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063687184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurtom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurtom
What is Dr. Khalid Kurtom's specialty?
Dr. Kurtom is a Neurosurgeon near Easton, MD.
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. Khalid Kurtom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurtom is affiliated with University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Medstar Franklin Square 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
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Is Khalid Kurtom accepting new patients in Easton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Khalid Kurtom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khalid Kurtom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurtom's office at (410) 820-9117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khalid Kurtom?
Please contact Dr. Kurtom's office at (410) 820-9117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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