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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. Dr. Dow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dow’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Dow typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Dow typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Dow 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Dow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dow is affiliated with Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon 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 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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