39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ostrup, Neurosurgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richard Ostrup, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Ostrup completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center, San Diego. Dr. Ostrup is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ostrup’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ostrup’s office at (619) 297-4481.
Where did Dr. Ostrup go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Toronto,Ontario, Canada
Residency: UCSD Medical Center, San Diego
Medical School: University of California, San Diego | University of California Davis
Is Dr. Ostrup board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ostrup, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery since 1991
What languages does Dr. Ostrup speak?
Dr. Ostrup and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ostrup treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ostrup 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. Ostrup. 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 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
- Narrowing of the Spinal Canal
- Spinal Canal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4800: Spinal stenosis, site unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ostrup perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ostrup 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. Ostrup. 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:
- 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:
- Spine Disc Spacer Insertion
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery
- Intervertebral Device Insertion
- Spinal Cage Placement
- Vertebral Body Defect Repair
- Synthetic Disc Spacer
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Lower back nerve decompression
- Herniated disc surgery (lumbar)
- Transpedicular spinal decompression
CPT Codes:
- 22859: Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh, methylmethacrylate) to intervertebral disc space or vertebral body defect without interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 63056: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; lumbar (including transfacet, or lateral extraforaminal approach) (eg, far lateral herniated intervertebral disc)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Does Dr. Ostrup accept my insurance?
Dr. Ostrup accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 297-4481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ostrup accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ostrup in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Shield of California
Centene
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ostrup's office located?
Dr. Richard Ostrup's Primary Practice
3750 Convoy St Ste 301
San Diego, CA 92111
(619) 297-4481
What is Dr. Ostrup's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ostrup's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780797019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ostrup?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ostrup
What is Dr. Richard Ostrup's specialty?
Dr. Ostrup is a Neurosurgeon near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ostrup to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Ostrup affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ostrup is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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 Richard Ostrup accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ostrup is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Ostrup offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ostrup's office at (619) 297-4481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Ostrup?
Please contact Dr. Ostrup's office at (619) 297-4481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ostrup have?
Dr. Richard Ostrup is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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