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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaefer, Neurosurgeon in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Great Falls, MT. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Schaefer completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office at (406) 454-0375.
Where did Dr. Schaefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, General Surgery | Thos Jefferson University Hospital
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Schaefer board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?
Dr. Schaefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schaefer treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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 Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does Dr. Schaefer perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
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. Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 454-0375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. Schaefer in Great Falls, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Humana
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Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?
Dr. Dale Schaefer's Primary Practice
1300 28th St S Ste 7
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 454-0375
What is Dr. Schaefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609951631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaefer
What is Dr. Dale Schaefer's specialty?
Dr. Schaefer is a Neurosurgeon near Great Falls, MT. 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. Schaefer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dale Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Dale Schaefer accepting new patients in Great Falls, MT?
Yes, Dr. Dale Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dale Schaefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (406) 454-0375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dale Schaefer?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (406) 454-0375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dale Schaefer have?
Dr. Dale Schaefer is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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