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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Macdonald, Neurosurgeon in West Jordan, UT?
Dr. Joel Macdonald, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Jordan, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Macdonald completed his residency at Univ Of Utah/Uumc. Dr. Macdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macdonald’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macdonald’s office at (801) 505-5370.
Where did Dr. Macdonald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Utah/Uumc
Is Dr. Macdonald board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joel Macdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Macdonald speak?
Dr. Macdonald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Macdonald treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Macdonald 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. Macdonald. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Macdonald perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Macdonald 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. Macdonald. 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:
- 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:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
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
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
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
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Does Dr. Macdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Macdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 505-5370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Macdonald accept in West Jordan, UT?
Dr. Macdonald in West Jordan, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Council of Engineering (ACEC)
Cambia (Regence)
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
State of Utah
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Macdonald's office located?
Dr. Joel Macdonald's Primary Practice
3584 W 9000 S Ste 209
West Jordan, UT 84088
(801) 505-5370
Dr. Joel Macdonald's Practice 2
82 S 1100 E Ste 103
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801) 505-5370
What is Dr. Macdonald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Macdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487744090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macdonald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Macdonald
What is Dr. Joel Macdonald's specialty?
Dr. Macdonald is a Neurosurgeon near West Jordan, UT. 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. Macdonald to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Macdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Macdonald is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley 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 Joel Macdonald accepting new patients in West Jordan, UT?
Yes, Dr. Joel Macdonald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Macdonald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (801) 505-5370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Macdonald?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (801) 505-5370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Macdonald have?
Dr. Joel Macdonald is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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