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Dr. Peter Passias, MD

Dr. Peter Passias, MD

Morrisville, NC

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Passias, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Morrisville, NC?

    Dr. Peter Passias, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Morrisville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Passias completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and North American Spine Society. Dr. Passias is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Passias’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Passias’s office at (617) 724-6802.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Passias?

    Dr. Peter Passias, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Passias empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morrisville, NC community, Dr. Passias is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital | Hospital for Special Surgery (Spine Surgery), Clinical Fellowships

    • Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, General Surgery | Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny

    What languages does Dr. Passias speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Passias typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Passias 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. Passias. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Passias typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Passias 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. Passias. 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
    • Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
    • Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
    • Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
    • Spine Bone Graft Material Collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
    • Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
    • Extra Level Spine Fusion
    • Spinal Segment Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Passias accept my insurance?

    Dr. Passias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-6802 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Passias accept in Morrisville, NC?

    Dr. Passias in Morrisville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Passias' office located?

    Dr. Peter Passias' Primary Practice

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr

    Morrisville, NC 27560

    (617) 724-6802

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    Dr. Peter Passias' Practice 2

    40 Duke Medicine Cir # 1B/1C

    Durham, NC 27710

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Medical Association

    Member

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Member

    North American Spine Society

    Member

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

    Dr. Passias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003070327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Passias?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Passias's specialty?

    Dr. Passias is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Morrisville, NC.

    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. Peter Passias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Passias is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: NYU Langone Orthopedic 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Peter Passias accepting new patients in Morrisville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Passias is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Passias offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Passias's office at (617) 724-6802 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Passias?

    Please contact Dr. Passias's office at (617) 724-6802 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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