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Dr. Brent Adcox, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Homer, AK

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adcox, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Homer, AK?

    Dr. Brent Adcox, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Homer, AK. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Adcox graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. Dr. Adcox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adcox’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adcox’s office at (907) 235-0856.

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

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Adcox board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Adcox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Adcox speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Adcox 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. Adcox. 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 or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Does Dr. Adcox accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adcox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 235-0856 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adcox accept in Homer, AK?

    Dr. Adcox in Homer, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Adcox's office located?

    Dr. Brent Adcox's Primary Practice

    4201 Bartlett St Ste 201

    Homer, AK 99603

    (907) 235-0856

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    What hospitals are Dr. Adcox affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Adcox has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    South Peninsula Hospital, Inc,Homer, AK

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

    Dr. Adcox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437339454.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adcox?

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

    What is Dr. Brent Adcox's specialty?

    Dr. Adcox is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Homer, AK.

    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 Dr. Brent Adcox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adcox is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Brent Adcox accepting new patients in Homer, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Adcox is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Adcox offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adcox's office at (907) 235-0856 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brent Adcox?

    Please contact Dr. Adcox's office at (907) 235-0856 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Adcox's office located?

    Dr. Adcox's office is located in Homer, AK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Adcox have?

    Dr. Brent Adcox is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.