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Dr. Christopher Burks, MD

Pascagoula, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burks, Orthopedic Surgeon in Pascagoula, MS?

    Dr. Christopher Burks, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pascagoula, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Burks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burks’s office at (228) 762-3664.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --

    What languages does Dr. Burks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Burks treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Burks 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. Burks. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Biomechanical Lesion
    • Lower Back Musculoskeletal Imbalance
    • Lumbar Structural Dysfunction
    • Lower Back Body Mechanics Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9983: Other biomechanical lesions of 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Burks perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Burks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Burks' office.

    Does Dr. Burks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 762-3664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burks accept in Pascagoula, MS?

    Dr. Burks in Pascagoula, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox-Everett

    • Healthgram

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Burks' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Burks' Primary Practice

    3615 Hospital St

    Pascagoula, MS 39581

    (228) 762-3664

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    Dr. Christopher Burks' Practice 2

    6300 E Lake Blvd Ste 301

    Vancleave, MS 39565

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

    Dr. Burks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861620148.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burks?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Burks's specialty?

    Dr. Burks is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Pascagoula, MS. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Burks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Burks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burks is affiliated with Singing River Pascagoula Hospital 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 Christopher Burks accepting new patients in Pascagoula, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Burks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Burks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burks's office at (228) 762-3664 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Burks?

    Please contact Dr. Burks's office at (228) 762-3664 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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