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Dr. Richard Lytle, MD

Neurosurgeon

Asheville, NC

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lytle, Neurosurgeon in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Richard Lytle, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Lytle graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Neurological Surgery Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery. Dr. Lytle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lytle’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lytle’s office.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Neurological Surgery Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery | St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lytle board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lytle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lytle speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lytle 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. Lytle. 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:

    • 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:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lytle typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lytle 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. Lytle. 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:

    • Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
    • Cranial neurostimulator insertion
    • Deep brain stimulation device placement
    • Brain pacemaker implantation
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array

    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 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:

    • 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. Lytle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lytle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lytle accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Lytle in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lytle's office located?

    Dr. Richard Lytle's Primary Practice

    7 Vanderbilt Park Dr

    Asheville, NC 28803

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lytle affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lytle has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital,Murphy, NC
    Memorial Regional Medical Center,Mechanicsville, VA

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

    Dr. Lytle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568466308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lytle?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Lytle's specialty?

    Dr. Lytle is a Neurosurgeon near Asheville, NC.

    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. Richard Lytle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lytle is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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. Richard Lytle accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lytle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Lytle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lytle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Lytle?

    Please contact Dr. Lytle's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lytle's office located?

    Dr. Lytle's office is located in Asheville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lytle have?

    Dr. Richard Lytle is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.