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Who is Dr. Palavali, Neurosurgeon in Flint, MI?
Dr. Vivekanand Palavali, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Flint, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Palavali completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Palavali is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palavali’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palavali’s office at (810) 262-9000.
Where did Dr. Palavali go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Neurological Surgery
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science
Is Dr. Palavali board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vivekanand Palavali, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Palavali speak?
Dr. Palavali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Palavali typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Palavali 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. Palavali. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Palavali typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Palavali 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. Palavali. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Interbody)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- PLIF Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Spine Fusion with Laminectomy
- Lumbar Back Fusion
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)
- 22630: Arthrodesis, posterior interbody technique, including laminectomy and/or discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Palavali accept my insurance?
Dr. Palavali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 262-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palavali accept in Flint, MI?
Dr. Palavali in Flint, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palavali's office located?
What is Dr. Palavali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palavali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881672962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palavali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palavali
What is Dr. Vivekanand Palavali's specialty?
Dr. Palavali is a Neurosurgeon near Flint, MI.
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. Vivekanand Palavali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Palavali is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: McLaren Flint, McLaren Thumb Region. 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
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Is Vivekanand Palavali accepting new patients in Flint, MI?
Yes, Dr. Vivekanand Palavali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivekanand Palavali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palavali's office at (810) 262-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivekanand Palavali?
Please contact Dr. Palavali's office at (810) 262-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vivekanand Palavali have?
Dr. Vivekanand Palavali is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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