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Dr. Carl Lauryssen, MD

Neurosurgeon

Round Rock, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lauryssen, Neurosurgeon in Round Rock, TX?

    Dr. Carl Lauryssen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Round Rock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lauryssen is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lauryssen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lauryssen’s office at (323) 272-4678.

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

    • Medical School: University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Lauryssen speak?

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

    • Afrikaans
    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lauryssen typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lauryssen 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. Lauryssen. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lauryssen typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lauryssen 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. Lauryssen. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Lauryssen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lauryssen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 272-4678 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lauryssen accept in Round Rock, TX?

    Dr. Lauryssen in Round Rock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmWINS Group

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lauryssen's office located?

    Dr. Carl Lauryssen's Primary Practice

    7200 Wyoming Springs Dr Ste 1550

    Round Rock, TX 78681

    (323) 272-4678

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    Dr. Carl Lauryssen's Practice 2

    816 Reuben St Ste C

    Fredericksbrg, TX 78624

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    Dr. Carl Lauryssen's Practice 3

    4101 James Casey St Ste 340

    Austin, TX 78745

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

    Dr. Lauryssen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568410629.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lauryssen?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Lauryssen's specialty?

    Dr. Lauryssen is a Neurosurgeon near Round Rock, TX.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Carl Lauryssen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lauryssen is affiliated with St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, Cedar Park Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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. Carl Lauryssen accepting new patients in Round Rock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Lauryssen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Lauryssen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lauryssen's office at (323) 272-4678 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Lauryssen?

    Please contact Dr. Lauryssen's office at (323) 272-4678 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lauryssen's office located?

    Dr. Lauryssen's offices are located in Round Rock, TX, Fredericksbrg, TX, and Austin, TX.