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Dr. Harold Pikus, MD

Neurosurgeon

Lebanon, NH

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pikus, Neurosurgeon in Lebanon, NH?

    Dr. Harold Pikus, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lebanon, NH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pikus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pikus’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pikus’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pikus?

    Dr. Harold Pikus, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pikus empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lebanon, NH community, Dr. Pikus is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      Is Dr. Pikus board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

      Yes, Dr. Harold Pikus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

      What languages does Dr. Pikus speak?

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

      • English
      • Spanish

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

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pikus 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. Pikus. 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 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:

      • Low Back Pain
      • Back Pain
      • Lumbago
      • Lower Back Ache
      • Backache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pikus 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. Pikus. 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:

      • 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:

      • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
      • Spinal Navigation Surgery
      • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
      • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
      • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
      • Interbody Device Implantation
      • Spinal Fusion with Cage
      • Synthetic Disc Space Device
      • Cervical interbody fusion
      • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
      • Neck vertebrae fusion

      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)
      • 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:

      • Spine Allograft Placement
      • Spinal Bone Graft
      • Osteopromotive Material Spine
      • Donor Bone Graft Spine
      • Spine Fusion Material

      CPT Codes:

      • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      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. Pikus accept my insurance?

      Dr. Pikus 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. Pikus accept in Lebanon, NH?

      Dr. Pikus in Lebanon, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • BCBS Unspecified

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Medicare

      • MVP Health Care

      • State of Vermont

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Pikus' office located?

      Dr. Harold Pikus' Primary Practice

      106 Hanover St

      Lebanon, NH 03766

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      Dr. Harold Pikus' Practice 2

      273 County Rd

      New London, NH 03257

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

      Dr. Pikus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801890629.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pikus?

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

      What is Dr. Harold Pikus's specialty?

      Dr. Pikus is a Neurosurgeon near Lebanon, NH.

      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. Harold Pikus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Pikus is affiliated with Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Harold Pikus accepting new patients in Lebanon, NH?

      Yes, Dr. Harold Pikus is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Harold Pikus offer online booking?

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

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Harold Pikus?

      Please contact Dr. Pikus' office to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Pikus' office located?

      Dr. Pikus' offices are located in Lebanon, NH and New London, NH.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Harold Pikus have?

      Dr. Harold Pikus is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.