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Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman, MD

Newark, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bohman, Neurosurgeon in Newark, DE?

    Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bohman is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bohman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bohman’s office at (302) 366-7671.

    What languages does Dr. Bohman speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Bohman 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. Bohman. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Bohman 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. Bohman. 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 here.

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Spinal Allograft
    • Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
    • Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

    Does Dr. Bohman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bohman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 366-7671 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bohman accept in Newark, DE?

    Dr. Bohman in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bohman's office located?

    Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman's Primary Practice

    774 Christiana Rd Ste 202

    Newark, DE 19713

    (302) 366-7671

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    Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman's Practice 2

    2700 Silverside Rd Ste 3A

    Wilmington, DE 19810

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    Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman's Practice 3

    200 Banning St Ste 200

    Dover, DE 19904

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

    Dr. Bohman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235392945.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bohman?

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

    What is Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman's specialty?

    Dr. Bohman is a Neurosurgeon near Newark, DE.

    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. Leif-Erik Bohman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bohman is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill 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 Leif-Erik Bohman accepting new patients in Newark, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leif-Erik Bohman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bohman's office at (302) 366-7671 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leif-Erik Bohman?

    Please contact Dr. Bohman's office at (302) 366-7671 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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