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Who is Dr. Dow, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Robert Dow, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dow’s office at (618) 242-3778.
What languages does Dr. Dow speak?
Dr. Dow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dow treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Dow 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. Dow. 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 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4186: Other forms of scoliosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
- Discogenic Lumbar Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Dow perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Dow 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. Dow's office.
Does Dr. Dow accept my insurance?
Dr. Dow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 242-3778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dow accept in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Dow in Mount Vernon, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dean Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dow's office located?
Dr. Robert Dow's Primary Practice
4121 Veterans Memorial Dr
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 242-3778
What is Dr. Dow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699272732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dow
What is Dr. Robert Dow's specialty?
Dr. Dow is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Mount Vernon, IL. 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. Dow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Dow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Deaconess Illinois Crossroads, Hamilton Memorial Hospital District, Pinckneyville Community Hospital, Deaconess Illinois Medical Center, Fairfield Memorial Hospital, Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - Centralia. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Dow accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Dow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Dow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dow's office at (618) 242-3778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Dow?
Please contact Dr. Dow's office at (618) 242-3778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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