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Dr. Alfred Geissele, MD

Hickory, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Geissele, Orthopedic Surgeon in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Alfred Geissele, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Geissele graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Geissele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Geissele’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Geissele’s office at (828) 324-2800.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Geissele board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Geissele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Geissele speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Geissele treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Geissele 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. Geissele. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • 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
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • 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 Disc Degeneration
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lower Back Discs
    • Lumbar Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain

    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:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Which procedures does Dr. Geissele perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Alfred Geissele may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Geissele's office.

    Does Dr. Geissele accept my insurance?

    Dr. Geissele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 324-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Geissele accept in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Geissele in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Geissele's office located?

    Dr. Alfred Geissele's Primary Practice

    2165 Medical Park Dr

    Hickory, NC 28602

    (828) 324-2800

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    Dr. Alfred Geissele's Practice 2

    829 W 25th St

    Newton, NC 28658

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    Dr. Alfred Geissele's Practice 3

    120 William Penn Plz

    Durham, NC 27704

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

    Dr. Geissele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902858863.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Geissele?

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

    What is Dr. Alfred Geissele's specialty?

    Dr. Geissele is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Hickory, NC. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Geissele to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alfred Geissele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Geissele is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, Frye Regional 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 Alfred Geissele accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Geissele is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfred Geissele offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Geissele's office at (828) 324-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfred Geissele?

    Please contact Dr. Geissele's office at (828) 324-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Geissele have?

    Dr. Alfred Geissele is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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