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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mackay, Neurosurgeon in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Christopher Mackay, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mackay completed his residency at University Of Saskatchewan. Dr. Mackay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mackay’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mackay’s office at (715) 843-1000.
Where did Dr. Mackay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Saskatchewan
Medical School: University Of Ottawa- Fac Of Med- Ottawa- Ont- Canada
Is Dr. Mackay board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mackay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mackay speak?
Dr. Mackay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mackay treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mackay 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. Mackay. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical 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:
- Abnormal Reflexes
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Altered Reflexes
- Hyperreflexia
- Hyporeflexia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R292: Abnormal reflex
What procedures does Dr. Mackay perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mackay 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. Mackay. 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:
- 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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (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
Does Dr. Mackay accept my insurance?
Dr. Mackay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 843-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mackay accept in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Mackay in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Security Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Mackay's office located?
Dr. Christopher Mackay's Primary Practice
505 S 24th Ave Ste 200
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 843-1000
Dr. Christopher Mackay's Practice 2
2800 Westhill Dr Ste 200
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 843-1000
What is Dr. Mackay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mackay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538269402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mackay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mackay
What is Dr. Christopher Mackay's specialty?
Dr. Mackay is a Neurosurgeon near Wausau, WI. 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. Mackay to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Mackay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mackay is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center - Weston, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua 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 Christopher Mackay accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mackay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Mackay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mackay's office at (715) 843-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mackay?
Please contact Dr. Mackay's office at (715) 843-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Mackay have?
Dr. Christopher Mackay is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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