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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brayton, Neurosurgeon in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. John Brayton, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brayton graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Brayton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brayton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brayton’s office at (630) 933-4056.
Where did Dr. Brayton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurological Surgery | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Brayton board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Brayton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Brayton speak?
Dr. Brayton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brayton treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brayton 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. Brayton. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does Dr. Brayton perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brayton 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. Brayton. 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:
- Dry Needling for Muscles
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Therapeutic Dry Needling
- Muscle Needle Therapy
- Multiple Muscle Needling
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Additional Nerve Decompression in Spine
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Vertebral Body Resection
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
- Laminotomy (Additional Level)
- Hemilaminectomy (Additional Level)
- Spinal Nerve Root Decompression (Additional)
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 63081: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, single segment
- 63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single interspace; lumbar
- 63035: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; each additional interspace, cervical or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Cervical Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Neck Vertebrae Fusion
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)
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 22554: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); cervical below C2
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:
- Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
- Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
- Extra Level Spine Fusion
- Spinal Segment Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Neck Vertebra Removal for Spinal Cord Relief (Additional Segment)
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Cervical corpectomy (additional segment)
- Spinal cord decompression (neck, anterior)
- Vertebral body resection (cervical)
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63082: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, each additional segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Also known as:
- CPAP Initiation and Management
- CPAP Setup
- Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Brayton accept my insurance?
Dr. Brayton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 933-4056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brayton accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Brayton in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brayton's office located?
Dr. John Brayton's Primary Practice
660 N Westmoreland Rd # 302
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(630) 933-4056
What is Dr. Brayton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brayton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528179363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brayton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brayton
What is Dr. John Brayton's specialty?
Dr. Brayton is a Neurosurgeon near Lake Forest, IL. 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. Brayton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Brayton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brayton is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Endeavor Health Edward 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 John Brayton accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. John Brayton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Brayton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brayton's office at (630) 933-4056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Brayton?
Please contact Dr. Brayton's office at (630) 933-4056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Brayton have?
Dr. John Brayton is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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