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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Follett, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Matthew Follett, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Follett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Follett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Follett’s office at (858) 616-6400.
What languages does Dr. Follett speak?
Dr. Follett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Follett typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Follett 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. Follett. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Follett typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Follett 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. Follett. 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
Does Dr. Follett accept my insurance?
Dr. Follett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 616-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Follett accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Follett in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Follett's office located?
Dr. Matthew Follett's Primary Practice
3444 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 401
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 616-6400
What is Dr. Follett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Follett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316443849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Follett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Follett
What is Dr. Matthew Follett's specialty?
Dr. Follett is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
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. Matthew Follett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Follett is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Matthew Follett accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Follett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Follett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Follett's office at (858) 616-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Follett?
Please contact Dr. Follett's office at (858) 616-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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