Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pritchard, Neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Patrick Pritchard, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pritchard graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pritchard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pritchard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pritchard’s office at (205) 934-4011.
Where did Dr. Pritchard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birminghanm
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery | Albany Medical Center | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pritchard speak?
Dr. Pritchard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pritchard typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pritchard 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. Pritchard. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pritchard typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pritchard 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. Pritchard. 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:
- 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)
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:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Pritchard accept my insurance?
Dr. Pritchard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pritchard accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Pritchard in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Pritchard's office located?
Dr. Patrick Pritchard's Primary Practice
2000 6th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 934-4011
What is Dr. Pritchard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pritchard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619901253.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pritchard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pritchard
What is Dr. Patrick Pritchard's specialty?
Dr. Pritchard is a Neurosurgeon near Birmingham, AL.
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. Patrick Pritchard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pritchard is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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 Patrick Pritchard accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Pritchard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Pritchard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pritchard's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Pritchard?
Please contact Dr. Pritchard's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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