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Dr. Robert Ravinsky, MD

Dr. Robert Ravinsky, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Bluffton, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ravinsky, Orthopedic Surgeon in Bluffton, SC?

    Dr. Robert Ravinsky, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bluffton, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ravinsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ravinsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ravinsky’s office at (310) 356-3509.

    What languages does Dr. Ravinsky speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ravinsky 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. Ravinsky. 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:

    • 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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    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:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ravinsky 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. Ravinsky. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 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)

    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:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Does Dr. Ravinsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ravinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 356-3509 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ravinsky accept in Bluffton, SC?

    Dr. Ravinsky in Bluffton, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ravinsky's office located?

    Dr. Robert Ravinsky's Primary Practice

    876 Fording Island Rd Ste 2

    Bluffton, SC 29910

    (310) 356-3509

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    Dr. Robert Ravinsky's Practice 2

    5500 Front St Ste 320

    Summerville, SC 29486

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    Dr. Robert Ravinsky's Practice 3

    2114 Highway 41 Ste 104

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

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

    Dr. Ravinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508368101.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ravinsky?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Ravinsky's specialty?

    Dr. Ravinsky is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Bluffton, SC.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Robert Ravinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ravinsky is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey 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

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    Is Dr. Robert Ravinsky accepting new patients in Bluffton, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Ravinsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Ravinsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ravinsky's office at (310) 356-3509 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Ravinsky?

    Please contact Dr. Ravinsky's office at (310) 356-3509 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ravinsky's office located?

    Dr. Ravinsky's offices are located in Bluffton, SC, Summerville, SC, and Mount Pleasant, SC.