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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smisson, Neurosurgeon in Macon, GA?
Dr. Hugh Smisson is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smisson is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smisson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smisson’s office at (478) 743-7092.
Where did Dr. Smisson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
What languages does Dr. Smisson speak?
Dr. Smisson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Smisson typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smisson 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. Smisson. 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:
- 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, 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
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Smisson typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smisson 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. Smisson. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Smisson accept my insurance?
Dr. Smisson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 743-7092 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smisson accept in Macon, GA?
Dr. Smisson in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
AmeriBen
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smisson's office located?
What is Dr. Smisson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smisson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922054998.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smisson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smisson
What is Dr. Hugh Smisson's specialty?
Dr. Smisson is a Neurosurgeon near Macon, GA.
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 this Dr. Hugh Smisson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smisson is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Atrium Health Navicent, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Macon North Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Fairview Park 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 Hugh Smisson accepting new patients in Macon, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Smisson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh Smisson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smisson's office at (478) 743-7092 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh Smisson?
Please contact Dr. Smisson's office at (478) 743-7092 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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