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Who is Dr. Gallagher, Neurosurgeon in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Michael Gallagher, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Gallagher graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Gallagher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallagher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallagher’s office at (423) 265-2233.
Where did Dr. Gallagher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery | EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Emory University School Of Medicine | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Gallagher board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gallagher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gallagher speak?
Dr. Gallagher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Gallagher typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher. 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 Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Gallagher typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher. 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 Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
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
Does Dr. Gallagher accept my insurance?
Dr. Gallagher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 265-2233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gallagher accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Gallagher in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gallagher's office located?
Dr. Michael Gallagher's Primary Practice
975 E 3rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 265-2233
What is Dr. Gallagher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gallagher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427147214.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallagher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gallagher
What is Dr. Michael Gallagher's specialty?
Dr. Gallagher is a Neurosurgeon near Chattanooga, TN.
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 this Dr. Michael Gallagher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gallagher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital, Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital, Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital, Fannin Regional Hospital, Bradley Medical Center, Llc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michael Gallagher accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gallagher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Gallagher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (423) 265-2233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Gallagher?
Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (423) 265-2233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Gallagher have?
Dr. Michael Gallagher is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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