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Who is Dr. Yonemura, Neurosurgeon in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Kenneth Yonemura, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yonemura completed his residency at Barrow Neur Institute St Jos Hp Mc. Dr. Yonemura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yonemura’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yonemura’s office at (435) 200-1196.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yonemura?
Dr. Kenneth Yonemura, 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. Yonemura empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Salt Lake City, UT community, Dr. Yonemura is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yonemura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barrow Neur Institute St Jos Hp Mc
What languages does Dr. Yonemura speak?
Dr. Yonemura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yonemura typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yonemura 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. Yonemura. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yonemura typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yonemura 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. Yonemura. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
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 or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
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)
Also known as:
- Heat Treatment for Back Pain Nerve (Basivertebral Nerve)
- Basivertebral nerve ablation
- Intraosseous nerve destruction
- Radiofrequency ablation for back pain
- Vertebral nerve thermal destruction
CPT Codes:
- 64628: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; first 2 vertebral bodies, lumbar or sacral
Also known as:
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single 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
Does Dr. Yonemura accept my insurance?
Dr. Yonemura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (435) 200-1196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yonemura accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Yonemura in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mountain Health CO-OP
Other TPA
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yonemura's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Yonemura's Primary Practice
6360 S 3000 E Ste 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(435) 200-1196
What is Dr. Yonemura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yonemura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336239920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yonemura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yonemura
What is Dr. Kenneth Yonemura's specialty?
Dr. Yonemura is a Neurosurgeon near Salt Lake City, UT.
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 this Dr. Kenneth Yonemura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yonemura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeview Hospital - Bountiful, UT. 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 Kenneth Yonemura accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Yonemura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Yonemura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yonemura's office at (435) 200-1196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Yonemura?
Please contact Dr. Yonemura's office at (435) 200-1196 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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