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Who is Dr. Westerlund, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Lance Westerlund, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Westerlund graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Virginia Program. Dr. Westerlund is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerlund’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerlund’s office at (706) 324-6661.
Where did Dr. Westerlund go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Westerlund speak?
Dr. Westerlund and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Westerlund typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Westerlund 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. Westerlund. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Westerlund typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Westerlund 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. Westerlund. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram
- Spinal cord imaging
- Lumbosacral myelography
- Spinal dye injection X-ray
- Myelogram of lower back
CPT Codes:
- 62304: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; lumbosacral
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)
Does Dr. Westerlund accept my insurance?
Dr. Westerlund accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 324-6661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westerlund accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Westerlund in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Westerlund's office located?
Dr. Lance Westerlund's Primary Practice
6262 Veterans Pkwy Unit B
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 324-6661
What is Dr. Westerlund's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westerlund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407948052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerlund?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westerlund
What is Dr. Lance Westerlund's specialty?
Dr. Westerlund is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Columbus, GA.
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. Lance Westerlund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westerlund is affiliated with Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, East Alabama 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 Lance Westerlund accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Lance Westerlund is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lance Westerlund offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westerlund's office at (706) 324-6661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lance Westerlund?
Please contact Dr. Westerlund's office at (706) 324-6661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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