19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cluck, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Merced, CA?
Dr. Michael Cluck, MD, PHD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Merced, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Cluck completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cluck is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cluck’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cluck’s office at (209) 564-3700.
Where did Dr. Cluck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Is Dr. Cluck board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cluck, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cluck speak?
Dr. Cluck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cluck treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cluck 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. Cluck. 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
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- 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
- 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
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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 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
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 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
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:
- Mid-Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Back
- Worn Mid-Back Discs
- Thoracic Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5134: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Which procedures does Dr. Cluck perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Cluck may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cluck's office.
Does Dr. Cluck accept my insurance?
Dr. Cluck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 564-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cluck accept in Merced, CA?
Dr. Cluck in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cluck's office located?
Dr. Michael Cluck's Primary Practice
315 Mercy Ave Ste 400
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 564-3700
What is Dr. Cluck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cluck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447205984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cluck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cluck
What is Dr. Michael Cluck's specialty?
Dr. Cluck is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Merced, CA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Cluck to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Cluck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cluck is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Cluck accepting new patients in Merced, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cluck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cluck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cluck's office at (209) 564-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cluck?
Please contact Dr. Cluck's office at (209) 564-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Cluck have?
Dr. Michael Cluck is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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