Dr. Karen Avanesov, DO
Louisville, KY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Avanesov, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Karen Avanesov, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Avanesov graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Avanesov is fluent in English, Polish, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avanesov’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avanesov’s office at (502) 584-7525.
Where did Dr. Avanesov go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avanesov speak?
Dr. Avanesov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Avanesov typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Avanesov 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. Avanesov. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Fusion of Neck Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Neck Vertebrae
- Cervical Spine Fusion
- Neck Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Avanesov typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Avanesov 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. Avanesov. 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 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:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Also known as:
- Partial Neck Vertebra Removal
- Cervical vertebral body excision
- Spine bone lesion removal
CPT Codes:
- 22110: Partial excision of vertebral body, for intrinsic bony lesion, without decompression of spinal cord or nerve root(s), single vertebral segment; cervical
Also known as:
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
- Nerve Release Surgery
- Pinched Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Entrapment Release
CPT Codes:
- 64722: Decompression; unspecified nerve(s) (specify)
Does Dr. Avanesov accept my insurance?
Dr. Avanesov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 584-7525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avanesov accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Avanesov in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State Farm Insurance
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Avanesov's office located?
Dr. Karen Avanesov's Primary Practice
210 E Gray St Ste 900
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 584-7525
What is Dr. Avanesov's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avanesov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629014675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avanesov?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avanesov
What is Dr. Karen Avanesov's specialty?
Dr. Avanesov is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Louisville, KY.
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. Karen Avanesov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Avanesov is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Karen Avanesov accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Karen Avanesov is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Avanesov offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avanesov's office at (502) 584-7525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Avanesov?
Please contact Dr. Avanesov's office at (502) 584-7525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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