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Dr. Christopher Mackay, MD

Neurosurgeon

Wausau, WI

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. 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 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 as a 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Mackay typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Mackay typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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 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

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • 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

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    Dr. Christopher Mackay's Practice 2

    2800 Westhill Dr Ste 200

    Wausau, WI 54401

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    What is Dr. Mackay's NPI number?A 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.

    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 Dr. Christopher Mackay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mackay is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Weston, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield, 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Christopher Mackay?

    Please contact Dr. Mackay's office at (715) 843-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mackay's office located?

    Dr. Mackay's office is located in Wausau, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Mackay have?

    Dr. Christopher Mackay is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.