BU
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Underwood, Neurosurgeon in Bridgeport, WV?
Dr. Bill Underwood, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, WV. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Underwood completed his residency at Wayne St University Detroit M C. Dr. Underwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Underwood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Underwood’s office at (681) 342-3500.
Where did Dr. Underwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St University Detroit M C
What languages does Dr. Underwood speak?
Dr. Underwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Underwood treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Underwood 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. Underwood. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- 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
- 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:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Underwood perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Underwood 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. Underwood. 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.
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:
- 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. Underwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Underwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (681) 342-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Underwood accept in Bridgeport, WV?
Dr. Underwood in Bridgeport, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Underwood's office located?
Dr. Bill Underwood's Primary Practice
227 Medical Park Dr Ste 103
Bridgeport, WV 26330
(681) 342-3500
What is Dr. Underwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Underwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790764850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Underwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Underwood
What is Dr. Bill Underwood's specialty?
Dr. Underwood is a Neurosurgeon near Bridgeport, WV. 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. Contact Dr. Underwood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bill Underwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Underwood is affiliated with WVU Medicine United Hospital Center, Cabell Huntington 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 Bill Underwood accepting new patients in Bridgeport, WV?
Yes, Dr. Bill Underwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bill Underwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (681) 342-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bill Underwood?
Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (681) 342-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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