Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smythies, Neurosurgeon in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Christopher Smythies, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smythies completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Baptist Hlth System Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Smythies is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smythies’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smythies’s office.
Where did Dr. Smythies go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Baptist Hlth System Inc, General Surgery | Vab | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals | University Of Alabama Hospital
Is Dr. Smythies board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Smythies, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Smythies speak?
Dr. Smythies and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Smythies typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smythies 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. Smythies. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Does Dr. Smythies accept my insurance?
Dr. Smythies accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smythies accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Smythies in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Smythies' office located?
What is Dr. Smythies's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smythies's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023127727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smythies?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smythies
What is Dr. Christopher Smythies's specialty?
Dr. Smythies is a Neurosurgeon near Tacoma, WA.
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. Christopher Smythies affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smythies is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General 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 Christopher Smythies accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Smythies is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Smythies offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smythies's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Smythies?
Please contact Dr. Smythies's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Smythies have?
Dr. Christopher Smythies is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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