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Dr. James Callahan, MD

Indianapolis, IN

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    Who is Dr. Callahan, Neurosurgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. James Callahan, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Callahan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Callahan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Callahan’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Callahan?

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

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

      What languages does Dr. Callahan speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Callahan treat?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Callahan 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. Callahan. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
      • Spinal 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:

      • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

      Also known as:

      • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
      • Worn Lumbar Discs
      • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

      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:

      • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
      • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
      • Lower Back Spinal Slip

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

      Also known as:

      • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
      • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
      • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
      • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

      Also known as:

      • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
      • Neck Injuries and Disorder
      • Spinal Cord Disease
      • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
      • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
      • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical 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. Callahan perform?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Callahan 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. Callahan. 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
      • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
      • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
      • Interbody Device Implantation
      • Spinal Fusion with Cage
      • Synthetic Disc Space Device
      • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
      • Spine fusion surgery lower back
      • Lumbar arthrodesis
      • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
      • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
      • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

      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)
      • 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
      • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

      Also known as:

      • Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
      • Vertebral Fixation
      • Pedicle Screw Fixation
      • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
      • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

      CPT Codes:

      • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (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:

      • 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:

      • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
      • Spine Stabilization Hardware
      • Posterior Spinal Fixation
      • Harrington Rod Placement
      • Pedicle Screw Fixation

      CPT Codes:

      • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
      • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
      • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
      • Spine Stabilization Surgery
      • Back Bone Fusion

      CPT Codes:

      • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
      • Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
      • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
      • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
      • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
      • Laminectomy with Fusion
      • Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
      • Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis

      CPT Codes:

      • 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
      • 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      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:

      • 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

      Does Dr. Callahan accept my insurance?

      Dr. Callahan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Callahan accept in Indianapolis, IN?

      Dr. Callahan in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

      • Cooperative Benefit Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • MyTruAdvantage

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Callahan's office located?

      Dr. James Callahan's Primary Practice

      1500 N Ritter Ave

      Indianapolis, IN 46219

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      Dr. James Callahan's Practice 2

      1210 Medical Arts Blvd Ste 217

      Anderson, IN 46011

      (765) 298-4470

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      Dr. James Callahan's Practice 3

      3607 N Everbrook Ln

      Muncie, IN 47304

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

      Dr. Callahan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750311098.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Callahan?

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

      What is Dr. James Callahan's specialty?

      Dr. Callahan is a Neurosurgeon near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Callahan to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. James Callahan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Callahan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital Anderson, Ascension St. Vincent Anderson. 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 James Callahan accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

      Yes, Dr. James Callahan is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. James Callahan offer online booking?

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

      How can I make an appointment with James Callahan?

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