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Dr. John Vender, MD

Augusta, GA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vender, Neurosurgeon in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. John Vender, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Vender graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. Dr. Vender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vender’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vender’s office at (706) 721-3071.

    Where did Dr. Vender go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hahnemann University Hospital

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Vender board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Vender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vender speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vender treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vender 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. Vender. 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:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    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:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    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:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Does Dr. Vender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-3071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vender accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Vender in Augusta, GA 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vender's office located?

    Dr. John Vender's Primary Practice

    1120 15th St

    Augusta, GA 30912

    (706) 721-3071

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    Dr. John Vender's Practice 2

    587 Furys Ferry Rd

    Martinez, GA 30907

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    Dr. John Vender's Practice 3

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

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

    Dr. Vender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174634174.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vender?

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

    What is Dr. John Vender's specialty?

    Dr. Vender is a Neurosurgeon near Augusta, GA. 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. Vender to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Vender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vender is affiliated with Augusta University Medical Center 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 John Vender accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Vender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Vender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vender's office at (706) 721-3071 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Vender?

    Please contact Dr. Vender's office at (706) 721-3071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Vender have?

    Dr. John Vender is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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