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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Curtis, Neurosurgeon in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Brian Curtis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Curtis completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Curtis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Curtis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Curtis’s office at (417) 347-7200.
Where did Dr. Curtis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Curtis board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Curtis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Curtis speak?
Dr. Curtis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Curtis treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Curtis 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. Curtis. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Neck Disc Degeneration at C6-C7
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
- Degenerative Disc Disease at C6-C7
- Worn C6-C7 Disc
- C6-C7 Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
- M50323: Other cervical disc degeneration at C6-C7 level
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:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck and Upper Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
- Herniated Disc in Neck/Upper Back with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck/Upper Back
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain in Neck/Upper Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
- M5013: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- C6-C7 Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
- C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy
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 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
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Does Dr. Curtis accept my insurance?
Dr. Curtis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 347-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Curtis accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Curtis in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Curtis' office located?
What is Dr. Curtis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Curtis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700810876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Curtis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Curtis
What is Dr. Brian Curtis's specialty?
Dr. Curtis is a Neurosurgeon near Joplin, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Curtis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Curtis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Curtis is affiliated with Freeman Health System 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 Brian Curtis accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Brian Curtis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Curtis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Curtis's office at (417) 347-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Curtis?
Please contact Dr. Curtis's office at (417) 347-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Curtis have?
Dr. Brian Curtis is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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