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Dr. Jacob Alant, MD

Neurosurgeon

Urbana, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alant, Neurosurgeon in Urbana, IL?

    Dr. Jacob Alant, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Urbana, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alant is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alant’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alant’s office at (217) 383-3285.

    What languages does Dr. Alant speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alant 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. Alant. 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 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alant 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. Alant. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Alant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3285 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alant accept in Urbana, IL?

    Dr. Alant in Urbana, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Alant's office located?

    Dr. Jacob Alant's Primary Practice

    610 N Lincoln Ave

    Urbana, IL 61801

    (217) 383-3285

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    Dr. Jacob Alant's Practice 2

    611 W Park St

    Urbana, IL 61801

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    Dr. Jacob Alant's Practice 3

    1002 Medical Center Dr

    Monticello, IL 61856

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

    Dr. Alant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578306015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alant?

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

    What is Dr. Jacob Alant's specialty?

    Dr. Alant is a Neurosurgeon near Urbana, IL.

    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. Jacob Alant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alant is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, Springfield Memorial 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. Jacob Alant accepting new patients in Urbana, IL?

    No, Dr. Jacob Alant is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jacob Alant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alant's office at (217) 383-3285 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jacob Alant?

    Please contact Dr. Alant's office at (217) 383-3285 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alant's office located?

    Dr. Alant's offices are located in Urbana, IL and Monticello, IL.