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Dr. Charles Brent, MD

Neurosurgeon

Hattiesburg, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brent, Neurosurgeon in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Dr. Charles Brent, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS. Dr. Brent graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Brent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brent’s office at (601) 475-2430.

    Where did Dr. Brent go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery | Mayo Graduate School Of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brent speak?

    Dr. Brent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Brent typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brent 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. Brent. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Brent typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brent 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. Brent. 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Spinal Allograft
    • Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
    • Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (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

    Does Dr. Brent accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 475-2430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brent accept in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Dr. Brent in Hattiesburg, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brent's office located?

    Dr. Charles Brent's Primary Practice

    1212 S 28th Ave

    Hattiesburg, MS 39402

    (601) 475-2430

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    What is Dr. Brent's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063513141.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brent?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brent

    What is Dr. Charles Brent's specialty?

    Dr. Brent is a Neurosurgeon near Hattiesburg, MS.

    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. Charles Brent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brent is affiliated with South Central Regional Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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. Charles Brent accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Brent is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Brent offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brent's office at (601) 475-2430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Brent?

    Please contact Dr. Brent's office at (601) 475-2430 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brent's office located?

    Dr. Brent's office is located in Hattiesburg, MS.