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Who is Dr. Gunter, Neurosurgeon in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Brett Gunter, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Gunter completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Gunter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunter’s office at (803) 256-5300.
Where did Dr. Gunter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery | U Tenn Coll Med
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF AL SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Gunter board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brett Gunter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gunter speak?
Dr. Gunter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gunter treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Gunter 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. Gunter. 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
- Lumbar Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Lower Spine Arthritis with Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
- M4716: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical 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:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder at C4-C5 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Disc Disorder at C5-C6 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- C4-C5 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C4-C5
- C4-C5 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
- C5-C6 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C5-C6
- C5-C6 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50021: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with myelopathy
- M50022: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Spinal Degeneration with Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Degenerative Myelopathy
- Mid-Back Spondylosis with Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Damage in Mid-Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4714: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Does Dr. Gunter accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 256-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunter accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Gunter in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunter's office located?
What is Dr. Gunter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538261615.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunter
What is Dr. Brett Gunter's specialty?
Dr. Gunter is a Neurosurgeon near Columbia, SC. 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. Gunter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Gunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunter is affiliated with Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland 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 Brett Gunter accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Brett Gunter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Gunter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (803) 256-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Gunter?
Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (803) 256-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Gunter have?
Dr. Brett Gunter is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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