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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Glover, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Galveston, TX?
Dr. James Glover, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Glover graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program. Dr. Glover is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Glover’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Glover’s office at (409) 747-5700.
Where did Dr. Glover go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Glover board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Glover, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Glover speak?
Dr. Glover and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Glover typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Glover 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. Glover. 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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Glover typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. James Glover may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Glover's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Glover accept my insurance?
Dr. Glover accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 747-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Glover accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Glover in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Glover's office located?
Dr. James Glover's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 747-5700
What is Dr. Glover's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Glover's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487626677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Glover?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Glover
What is Dr. James Glover's specialty?
Dr. Glover is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Galveston, TX.
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. James Glover affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Glover is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Houston Methodist Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Glover accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Glover is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Glover offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Glover's office at (409) 747-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Glover?
Please contact Dr. Glover's office at (409) 747-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Glover have?
Dr. James Glover is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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