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Who is Dr. Fleming, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. James Fleming, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chillicothe, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fleming graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Fleming is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fleming’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fleming’s office.
Where did Dr. Fleming go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fleming board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Fleming, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fleming speak?
Dr. Fleming and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fleming typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fleming 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. Fleming. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fleming typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fleming 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. Fleming. 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)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
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;
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)
Does Dr. Fleming accept my insurance?
Dr. Fleming accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fleming accept in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. Fleming in Chillicothe, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Trinity Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fleming's office located?
What is Dr. Fleming's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fleming's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952326159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fleming?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fleming
What is Dr. James Fleming's specialty?
Dr. Fleming is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Chillicothe, OH.
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. James Fleming affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fleming is affiliated with Ohiohealth Berger Hospital, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist 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 James Fleming accepting new patients in Chillicothe, OH?
Yes, Dr. James Fleming is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Fleming offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fleming's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Fleming?
Please contact Dr. Fleming's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Fleming have?
Dr. James Fleming is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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