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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vives, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Michael Vives, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vives graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery. Dr. Vives is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vives’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vives’s office at (973) 972-2151.
Where did Dr. Vives go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Vives board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Vives, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vives speak?
Dr. Vives and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vives typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vives 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. Vives. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with 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 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vives typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vives 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. Vives. 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:
- Extensive Spinal Rod Placement
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Long Segment Spinal Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware (Extensive)
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22844: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 13 or more vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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)
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Cut (Additional Segment)
- Vertebral Osteotomy
- Spine Reshaping Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22216: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to 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:
- Extensive Spinal Fusion for Deformity
- Spinal Deformity Arthrodesis
- Long Segment Spinal Fusion
- Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis
- Major Spine Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22804: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 13 or more vertebral segments
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:
- Thoracic Spine Bone Cut (Osteotomy)
- Spinal Osteotomy Thoracic
- Thoracic Vertebrae Reshaping
- Posterior Spine Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22212: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; thoracic
Does Dr. Vives accept my insurance?
Dr. Vives accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vives accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Vives in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Vives' office located?
What is Dr. Vives's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vives's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568549871.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vives?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vives
What is Dr. Michael Vives's specialty?
Dr. Vives is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Newark, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Michael Vives affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vives is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Michael Vives accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Michael Vives is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Vives offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vives's office at (973) 972-2151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Vives?
Please contact Dr. Vives's office at (973) 972-2151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Vives have?
Dr. Michael Vives is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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